Nigeria Weather Forecast
Nigeria weather: 82°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Nigeria?
No - rain is unlikely in Nigeria today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,2 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 23% of a normal October week (0,2 in against 0,8 in).
16-day forecast for Nigeria
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 74° | 1% | 4 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 72° | 12% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 87° / 70° | 2% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 86° / 72° | 32% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 70° | 49% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 90° / 73° | 8% | 5 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 74° | 4% | 5 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 73° | 6% · 0,0 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☀️ Clear sky | 92° / 71° | 3% | 5 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 87° / 69° | 2% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 74° | 4% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 74° | 6% | 5 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 74° | 12% | 4 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 72° | 6% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 72° | 13% · 0,0 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 95° / 75° | 24% | 4 mph | 7 |
What this means for Nigeria
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 90°F is 3.2°F above the 87°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 44°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nigeria?
Nigeria is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 9.0765, 7.3986. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Nigeria right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 76% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nigeria?
January, February, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Nigeria, which has a Mediterranean climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nigeria in?
Nigeria observes Africa/Lagos (UTC+01:00). The local time is 10:58 AM.
How many people live in Nigeria?
Nigeria has a population of approximately 223 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 23, 2026 at 10:58 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
