Normal weather for Nigeria in January
It's hot in January in Nigeria with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
In January, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Nigeria in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
36°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
37°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
35°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
105 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 9 days | |
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Start of January
The month of January starts in Nigeria with hot temperatures, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights close to 20°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 36°C, with nights close to 20°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Nigeria will be around 37°C, with nights close to 21°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Is January a good time to visit Nigeria?
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Nigeria. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot, and there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records for Nigeria in January
With 40°C, Nigeria hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 12°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Nigeria
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Nigeria, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in Nigeria
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Daily Precipitation in January in Nigeria
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Nigeria, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Nigeria.
Daily UV Index in January in Nigeria
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Nigeria, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Nigeria Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Nigeria, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Nigeria Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Nigeria, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Nigeria
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Nigeria. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Nigeria
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Average Weather in Nigeria by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nigeria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
