Weather radar Abuja
Real-time precipitation radar · Federal Capital Territory · Nigeria
Abuja climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Abuja shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 34.4° | 35.7° | 36.3° | 35° | 32.3° | 29.8° | 28.3° | 27.7° | 28.9° | 30.9° | 33.9° | 34.4° |
| Avg low (°C) | 20.4° | 22.5° | 25.8° | 25.6° | 24.4° | 22.9° | 22.5° | 22.3° | 22.3° | 22.7° | 22° | 20.4° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 0 | 2 | 11 | 30 | 70 | 128 | 215 | 295 | 260 | 114 | 11 | 0 |
| Rainy days | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 12 | 19 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| Sunshine hours | 335 | 305 | 336 | 314 | 323 | 284 | 244 | 213 | 248 | 302 | 319 | 336 |
| Humidity | 36% | 32% | 50% | 62% | 74% | 81% | 86% | 86% | 85% | 80% | 57% | 41% |
Best time to visit Abuja
The best time to visit Abuja is typically December. In this month the average high is 34.4°C, precipitation is 0 mm and sunshine duration is 336 hours. The annual average high is 32.3°C, total annual precipitation is 1136 mm (137 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3559 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Abuja
How up to date is the weather radar for Abuja?
The weather radar for Abuja is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Abuja?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Abuja: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Abuja?
The thunderstorm potential for Abuja is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Abuja.
What is the climate like in Abuja?
Abuja has an annual average high of 32.3°C. The warmest month is March (avg high 36.3°C), the coldest January (avg low 20.4°C). The wettest month is August with 295 mm, the driest January with 0 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1136 mm (137 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3559 hours.