Best Time to Visit Niamey
Best time: Jan, Dec, Feb, Nov.
Apr is warmest (41°C high); Aug is rainiest (159 mm).
Niamey weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32.2 | 17 | 0 | 8.8 |
| Feb | 35.3 | 19.5 | 0 | 9.6 |
| Mar | 38.7 | 23.7 | 2 | 10 |
| Apr | 41 | 26.7 | 6 | 9.6 |
| May | 40.4 | 27.9 | 27 | 9.9 |
| Jun | 37.8 | 26.5 | 69 | 9.7 |
| Jul | 34.6 | 24.6 | 135 | 9.4 |
| Aug | 33.1 | 23.6 | 159 | 8.8 |
| Sep | 34.8 | 23.9 | 82 | 9.2 |
| Oct | 37.7 | 24.1 | 9 | 9.6 |
| Nov | 36.5 | 20.4 | 0 | 9.1 |
| Dec | 32.9 | 17.4 | 0 | 8.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanDecFebNov
Beaches: FebMarNovJan
Hiking: JanDecFebMar
Sightseeing: JanDecFebNov
Niamey quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Jul, Aug): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Niamey?
Jan, Dec, Feb, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 159 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Apr, with average highs of 41°C.
Where to stay
See Niamey hotels · Book Niamey tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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