Climate Insights for Gembu

Sardauna, Taraba State, Nigeria

Hottest
February
30°C peak
Coldest
January
13°C low
Wettest
July
410mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gembu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 2349mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 410mm of rainfall. Gembu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 13° Feb Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 15° Mar Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 18° Apr Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° May Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jun Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Jul Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Aug Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Sep Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 16° Oct Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Nov Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 15° Dec Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 13°
Max
Average
Min

Gembu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 56mm Apr Precipitation: 173mm May Precipitation: 278mm Jun Precipitation: 322mm Jul Precipitation: 410mm Aug Precipitation: 396mm Sep Precipitation: 392mm Oct Precipitation: 275mm Nov Precipitation: 37mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Gembu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2349mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 196mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 410mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0mm. That's 410mm less than July, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Gembu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 10km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 9km/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 Gembu, which began on March 20, 2026. Gembu sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 507mm across the season with a monthly average of 169mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1128mm across the season with a monthly average of 376mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 704mm across the season with a monthly average of 235mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 9mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 22°
May 21°
Jun 20°
Jul 19°
Aug 19°
Sep 19°
Oct 20°
Nov 20°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Gembu is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 20mm per month. 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 Gembu 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
13 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
18 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
56 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
278 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
322 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
23 °C
6 km/h
410 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
396 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
392 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
275 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Dec
13 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Airpult

Get accurate weather forecasts worldwide with real-time updates and severe weather alerts. Covering 6M+ locations with precise, reliable weather data.

© 2026 Samuenti GmbH. All rights reserved.

gb English
Metric (°C, km/h)