Climate Insights for Dan Sadau

Maru, Zamfara State, Nigeria

Hottest
April
38°C peak
Coldest
January
18°C low
Wettest
August
272mm rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Dan Sadau is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 858mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 272mm of rainfall. Dan Sadau 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, November, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 18° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21° Mar Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 24° Apr Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 26° May Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 25° Jun Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Jul Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 22° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Nov Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 20° Dec Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Dan Sadau sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 38°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 24°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 3mm Apr Precipitation: 8mm May Precipitation: 54mm Jun Precipitation: 94mm Jul Precipitation: 173mm Aug Precipitation: 272mm Sep Precipitation: 193mm Oct Precipitation: 61mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Dan Sadau is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 858mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 272mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0mm. That's 272mm 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: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 18km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed

Dan Sadau is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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 18km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 13km/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 Dan Sadau, which began on March 20, 2026. Dan Sadau 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 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 38°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 538mm across the season with a monthly average of 179mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 255mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 27°
Mar 31°
Apr 32°
May 30°
Jun 27°
Jul 25°
Aug 24°
Sep 25°
Oct 26°
Nov 26°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Dan Sadau is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 0mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 38°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 Dan Sadau 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
18 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
34 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
38 °C
15 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
38 °C
15 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
35 °C
15 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
272 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
193 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
61 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
33 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
32 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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