Best Time to Visit Sokoto
Best time: Jan, Dec, Feb, Nov.
Apr is warmest (40°C high); Aug is rainiest (188 mm).
Sokoto weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32.1 | 16 | 0 | 8.4 |
| Feb | 35.1 | 18.5 | 0 | 9.3 |
| Mar | 38.2 | 22.5 | 2 | 9.6 |
| Apr | 40 | 26 | 4 | 9.4 |
| May | 38.9 | 26.7 | 39 | 9.6 |
| Jun | 36.2 | 25 | 79 | 9.5 |
| Jul | 32.6 | 23.1 | 159 | 8.6 |
| Aug | 31.2 | 22.6 | 188 | 7.9 |
| Sep | 32.8 | 22.8 | 100 | 8.8 |
| Oct | 35.9 | 22.3 | 14 | 9.3 |
| Nov | 35.2 | 18.9 | 4 | 8.8 |
| Dec | 32.6 | 16.3 | 0 | 8.3 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanDecFebNov
Beaches: FebMarJanDec
Hiking: JanDecFebMar
Sightseeing: JanDecFebNov
Sokoto quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Oct): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sokoto?
Jan, Dec, Feb, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 188 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Apr, with average highs of 40°C.
Where to stay
See Sokoto hotels · Book Sokoto tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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