Climate Insights for Moriki

Zurmi, Zamfara State, Nigeria

Hottest
April
41°C peak
Coldest
January
16°C low
Wettest
August
226mm rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Moriki is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 468mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 226mm of rainfall. Moriki 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 16°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 16° Feb Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 19° Mar Max: 39° Average: 31° Min: 23° Apr Max: 41° Average: 33° Min: 26° May Max: 39° Average: 33° Min: 28° Jun Max: 36° Average: 31° Min: 26° Jul Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 24° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 24° Oct Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 23° Nov Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 19° Dec Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Moriki vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 41°C and an average of 33°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 23°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 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 0mm May Precipitation: 10mm Jun Precipitation: 40mm Jul Precipitation: 102mm Aug Precipitation: 226mm Sep Precipitation: 79mm Oct Precipitation: 11mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Moriki is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 468mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 39mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 226mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 226mm 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: 17km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 16km/h Jun Wind Speed: 16km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed

Moriki 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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h 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 Moriki, which began on March 20, 2026. Moriki 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 41°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 41°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 10mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 36°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 368mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 26°
Mar 31°
Apr 33°
May 33°
Jun 31°
Jul 28°
Aug 26°
Sep 28°
Oct 28°
Nov 27°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Moriki is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 0mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 41°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 Moriki 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
16 °C
31 °C
17 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
34 °C
17 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
39 °C
15 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
41 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
May
28 °C
39 °C
16 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
36 °C
16 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
32 °C
16 km/h
102 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
226 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
35 °C
12 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
31 °C
17 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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