Climate Insights for Tanout
Zinder Region, Niger
Climate Overview
The climate in Tanout is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 150 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 88 mm of rainfall. Tanout 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 12°C.The climate in Tanout is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 5.9 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 3.5 in of rainfall. Tanout 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 54°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Tanout vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 41°C and an average of 34°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°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 Tanout vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 106°F and an average of 93°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 67°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Tanout is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 150 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 88 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0 mm. That's 88 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.Tanout is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 5.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.5 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0 in. That's 3.5 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
Tanout is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 13km/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 21km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Tanout is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 13mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Tanout is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm 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.The best time to visit Tanout is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 106°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 Tanout 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 Tanout 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.