Best Time to Visit Onitsha
Best time: Dec, Jan, Feb, Nov.
Feb is warmest (34°C high); Sep is rainiest (308 mm).
Onitsha weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32.8 | 21.9 | 15 | 7.2 |
| Feb | 34 | 22.9 | 29 | 7.5 |
| Mar | 34 | 24 | 73 | 7.8 |
| Apr | 33.3 | 24.3 | 138 | 7.6 |
| May | 32 | 23.4 | 217 | 7.2 |
| Jun | 30.5 | 22.9 | 239 | 6.3 |
| Jul | 29 | 22.5 | 264 | 5.4 |
| Aug | 28.8 | 22.5 | 212 | 5.3 |
| Sep | 29.4 | 22.6 | 308 | 5.8 |
| Oct | 30.5 | 22.7 | 233 | 6.6 |
| Nov | 32.5 | 22.7 | 52 | 7.3 |
| Dec | 33 | 21.9 | 10 | 7.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: DecJanFebNov
Beaches: DecJanFebNov
Hiking: DecJanFeb
Sightseeing: DecJanFebNov
Onitsha quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Feb, Mar, Apr): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Onitsha?
Dec, Jan, Feb, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Sep, about 308 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Feb, with average highs of 34°C.
Where to stay
See Onitsha hotels · Book Onitsha tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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