Climate Insights for Keïta

, Tahoua, Niger

Hottest
May
41°C peak
Coldest
January
15°C low
Wettest
August
144mm rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Keïta is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 283mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 144mm of rainfall. Keïta is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 15° Feb Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 18° Mar Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 23° Apr Max: 41° Average: 34° Min: 26° May Max: 41° Average: 35° Min: 28° Jun Max: 38° Average: 33° Min: 27° Jul Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 25° Aug Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Sep Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 25° Oct Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 24° Nov Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 20° Dec Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 16°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Keïta vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 41°C and an average of 35°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 0mm May Precipitation: 6mm Jun Precipitation: 26mm Jul Precipitation: 59mm Aug Precipitation: 144mm Sep Precipitation: 43mm Oct Precipitation: 5mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Keïta is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 283mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 24mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 144mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0mm. That's 144mm 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 24km/h Feb Wind Speed: 24km/h Mar Wind Speed: 22km/h Apr Wind Speed: 20km/h May Wind Speed: 20km/h Jun Wind Speed: 20km/h Jul Wind Speed: 20km/h Aug Wind Speed: 18km/h Sep Wind Speed: 16km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 21km/h Dec Wind Speed: 24km/h
Wind Speed

Keïta is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 24km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Keïta, which began on March 20, 2026. Keïta is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in May at around 41°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 41°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 38°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 229mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 37°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 26°
Mar 31°
Apr 34°
May 35°
Jun 33°
Jul 30°
Aug 28°
Sep 30°
Oct 30°
Nov 28°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Keïta is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 0mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 41°C. 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 Keïta 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C
30 °C
24 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
33 °C
24 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
38 °C
22 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
41 °C
20 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
May
28 °C
41 °C
20 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
38 °C
20 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
35 °C
20 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
33 °C
18 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
35 °C
16 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
37 °C
17 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
35 °C
21 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
31 °C
24 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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