Weather in Nigeria in Januar
Country-wide climate normals across 40 cities in Nigeria.
How Hot Is Nigeria in Januar?
Nigeria bakes uniformly in January: highs near 34°C from Jos to Abeokuta.
Sunshine in Nigeria in Januar
Nigeria sees plenty of sun in January — Lagos averages 7.0h of direct sun a day, with daylight running from 7:00 am to 6:50 pm. Most regions enjoy mostly bright weather, broken by occasional cloudy spells, and the country as a whole gets a healthy dose of sunshine through the month.
Does It Rain In Nigeria In Januar?
Most regions of Nigeria stay dry in January — Lagos averages 11mm across 3 days, with even less rainfall in arid regions. Showers come and go, but long dry stretches between them dominate the calendar. Coastal regions may see slightly more than the inland average, but the overall pattern is reliably dry.
Is Nigeria Humid In Januar?
Nigeria sees comfortable humidity in January: about 44% in Lagos, with similar conditions across most regions. The air feels balanced — neither dry nor sticky — making outdoor activity pleasant throughout the day. Coastal and inland cities track within a few percentage points of each other.
Wind In Nigeria In Januar
Nigeria's January has gentle wind — Lagos averages 14 kph, and the country tracks similarly. Outdoor activity is comfortable, and afternoon thermals add a pleasant breeze in inland areas.
Cloud Cover In Nigeria In Januar
Mixed skies cover Nigeria in January: 34% cloud cover in Lagos, with similar variable conditions in most regions. Days alternate between sunny stretches and cloudy spells, and weather changes through the day are common. Plan for variability.