Best Time to Visit Jos
Best time: Feb, Dec, Jan, Nov.
Apr is warmest (31.8°C high); Aug is rainiest (295 mm).
Jos weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.5 | 13.1 | 1 | 8.3 |
| Feb | 29.1 | 15.3 | 3 | 8.8 |
| Mar | 30.9 | 17.9 | 18 | 8.8 |
| Apr | 31.8 | 19.8 | 66 | 8.6 |
| May | 29.6 | 19.4 | 144 | 8.3 |
| Jun | 27.5 | 17.9 | 176 | 7.9 |
| Jul | 25.3 | 17.1 | 254 | 6.3 |
| Aug | 25 | 16.7 | 295 | 5.8 |
| Sep | 26.7 | 16.7 | 211 | 7.1 |
| Oct | 28.3 | 16.8 | 65 | 8 |
| Nov | 28.6 | 15.1 | 2 | 8.4 |
| Dec | 27.7 | 13.3 | 0 | 8.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebDecJanNov
Beaches: FebNovDecJan
Hiking: JanDecNovFeb
Sightseeing: FebDecJanNov
Jos quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Jos?
Feb, Dec, Jan, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 295 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Apr, with average highs of 31.8°C.
Where to stay
See Jos hotels · Book Jos tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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