Climate Insights for Arlit
Agadez Region, Niger
Climate Overview
The climate in Arlit is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 35 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 22 mm of rainfall. Arlit is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, July. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Arlit is hot. The average annual temperature is 86°F and approximately 1.4 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 0.9 in of rainfall. Arlit is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, July. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 54°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Arlit vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 43°C and an average of 37°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Arlit vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 110°F and an average of 98°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 69°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Arlit is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 35 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 22 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0 mm. That's 22 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Arlit is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 1.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.1 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 0.9 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0 in. That's 0.9 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Arlit is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Arlit is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Arlit is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 43°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Arlit is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 110°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Arlit based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Arlit based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.