Best Time to Visit Maiduguri
Best time: Feb, Jan, Dec, Nov.
Apr is warmest (40.6°C high); Aug is rainiest (185 mm).
Maiduguri weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32.3 | 13.9 | 0 | 8.6 |
| Feb | 34.9 | 16.1 | 0 | 9.5 |
| Mar | 38.5 | 20.5 | 0 | 9.6 |
| Apr | 40.6 | 24.6 | 8 | 9.5 |
| May | 39.6 | 25.8 | 34 | 9.5 |
| Jun | 36.7 | 24.8 | 67 | 9.1 |
| Jul | 33.5 | 23.3 | 155 | 8.1 |
| Aug | 31.8 | 22.4 | 185 | 7.6 |
| Sep | 33.7 | 22.6 | 99 | 8.4 |
| Oct | 36.3 | 21.5 | 15 | 9.2 |
| Nov | 35.3 | 17.3 | 0 | 9 |
| Dec | 32.8 | 14.2 | 0 | 8.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebJanDecNov
Beaches: MarFebNovJan
Hiking: JanDecFebNov
Sightseeing: JanDecFebNov
Maiduguri quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Maiduguri?
Feb, Jan, Dec, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 185 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Apr, with average highs of 40.6°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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