Climate Insights for Lapai

Lapai, Niger State, Nigeria

Hottest
March
38°C peak
Coldest
January
22°C low
Wettest
August
263mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Lapai is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 1057mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 263mm of rainfall. Lapai 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: 22° Feb Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 24° Mar Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 26° Apr Max: 37° Average: 32° Min: 27° May Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 26° Jun Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Jul Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Sep Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Oct Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 24° Nov Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 23° Dec Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 22°
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Lapai sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 38°C. March 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 22°C and an average of 29°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°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: 5mm Mar Precipitation: 15mm Apr Precipitation: 21mm May Precipitation: 71mm Jun Precipitation: 136mm Jul Precipitation: 186mm Aug Precipitation: 263mm Sep Precipitation: 246mm Oct Precipitation: 106mm Nov Precipitation: 6mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Lapai is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1057mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 263mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0mm. That's 263mm 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: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Lapai 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 April, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 4km/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 Lapai, which began on March 20, 2026. Lapai sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 22°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 38°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 108mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 585mm across the season with a monthly average of 195mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 36°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 358mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 5mm 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 Lapai 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
22 °C
36 °C
12 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
38 °C
11 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
38 °C
11 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
37 °C
13 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
35 °C
12 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
263 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
246 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
36 °C
9 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
36 °C
11 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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