Climate Insights for Idah

Idah, Kogi State, Nigeria

Hottest
February
38°C peak
Coldest
January
23°C low
Wettest
September
202mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Idah is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 1087mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 202mm of rainfall. Idah sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 23° Feb Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 25° Mar Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 27° Apr Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 26° May Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° Jun Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 25° Jul Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° Aug Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° Sep Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Nov Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° Dec Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 23°
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Average
Min

Idah sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 38°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 29°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 2mm Feb Precipitation: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 38mm Apr Precipitation: 54mm May Precipitation: 96mm Jun Precipitation: 169mm Jul Precipitation: 188mm Aug Precipitation: 190mm Sep Precipitation: 202mm Oct Precipitation: 124mm Nov Precipitation: 14mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Idah is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1087mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 202mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 1mm. That's 201mm less than September, 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: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 11km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Idah is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Idah, which began on March 20, 2026. Idah 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 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 23°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 37°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 547mm across the season with a monthly average of 182mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 339mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 12mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Idah 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
23 °C
36 °C
10 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
38 °C
12 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
27 °C
37 °C
15 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
169 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
188 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
190 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
202 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
34 °C
10 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
36 °C
10 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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