Nigeria Weather Forecast
Nigeria weather: 72°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in Nigeria
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| General | Conditions are comfortable for most people, including children and older adults, with normal clothing. |
Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
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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 72°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 98% and wind is 2 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 8:08 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 August 25, 2026 at 8:08 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
