Climate Insights for Biu

Biu, Borno State, Nigeria

Hottest
April
39°C peak
Coldest
January
16°C low
Wettest
August
238mm rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Biu is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 679mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 238mm of rainfall. Biu is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 16° Feb Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 19° Mar Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 24° Apr Max: 39° Average: 32° Min: 26° May Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 26° Jun Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 23° Nov Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 20° Dec Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Biu vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°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 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 4mm May Precipitation: 34mm Jun Precipitation: 73mm Jul Precipitation: 139mm Aug Precipitation: 238mm Sep Precipitation: 136mm Oct Precipitation: 52mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Biu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 679mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 238mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 238mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 17km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 18km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 17km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Biu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Biu, which began on March 20, 2026. Biu 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 April at around 39°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 39°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 40mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 451mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 34°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/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 32°
May 31°
Jun 28°
Jul 26°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 27°
Nov 26°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Biu 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, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 39°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 Biu 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
16 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
34 °C
17 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
38 °C
17 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
39 °C
18 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
37 °C
18 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
33 °C
17 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
139 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
238 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
33 °C
12 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
34 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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