Climate Insights for Illela

Illela, Sokoto State, Nigeria

Hottest
April
42°C peak
Coldest
January
18°C low
Wettest
August
171mm rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Illela is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 347mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 171mm of rainfall. Illela is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° 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: 20° Mar Max: 40° Average: 32° Min: 25° Apr Max: 42° Average: 35° Min: 28° May Max: 41° Average: 35° Min: 29° Jun Max: 37° Average: 32° Min: 28° Jul Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° Aug Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Sep Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° Oct Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 24° Nov Max: 36° Average: 28° Min: 22° Dec Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Illela vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 42°C and an average of 35°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 12°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 1mm May Precipitation: 11mm Jun Precipitation: 30mm Jul Precipitation: 72mm Aug Precipitation: 171mm Sep Precipitation: 55mm Oct Precipitation: 8mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Illela is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 347mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 171mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0mm. That's 171mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Illela is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 9km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

11 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Illela, which began on June 21, 2026. Illela 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 42°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (11 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 42°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 12mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 37°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 273mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 37°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 62mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/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 32°
Apr 35°
May 35°
Jun 32°
Jul 29°
Aug 27°
Sep 29°
Oct 30°
Nov 28°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Illela is during January, 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 42°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 Illela 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
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
34 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
40 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Apr
28 °C
42 °C
11 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
May
29 °C
41 °C
11 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jun
28 °C
37 °C
12 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
34 °C
12 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
25 °C
34 °C
9 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
37 °C
9 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
36 °C
12 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
33 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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