Climate Insights for Okuta

Baruten, Kwara State, Nigeria

Hottest
March
37°C peak
Coldest
January
20°C low
Wettest
September
227mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Okuta is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1049mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 227mm of rainfall. Okuta 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: 33° Average: 27° Min: 20° Feb Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 23° Mar Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 25° Apr Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° May Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jun Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jul Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 22° Nov Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 22° Dec Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 20°
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Okuta sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 37°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 2°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: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 28mm Apr Precipitation: 48mm May Precipitation: 96mm Jun Precipitation: 153mm Jul Precipitation: 184mm Aug Precipitation: 226mm Sep Precipitation: 227mm Oct Precipitation: 80mm Nov Precipitation: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Okuta is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1049mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 227mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0mm. That's 227mm 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: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Okuta is mildly breezy, 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 April, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 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 Okuta, which began on March 20, 2026. Okuta 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 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 37°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 172mm for the season, averaging 57mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 563mm across the season with a monthly average of 188mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 310mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 4mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 Okuta 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
20 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
36 °C
13 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
25 °C
37 °C
13 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
153 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
184 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
226 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
227 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
34 °C
12 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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