Climate Insights for Shani

Shani, Borno State, Nigeria

Hottest
March
39°C peak
Coldest
January
17°C low
Wettest
August
182mm rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Shani is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 527mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 182mm of rainfall. Shani is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: March, April, May. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 17° Feb Max: 36° Average: 28° Min: 20° Mar Max: 39° Average: 32° Min: 25° Apr Max: 39° Average: 33° Min: 27° May Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 27° Jun Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jul Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Oct Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 23° Nov Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 20° Dec Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Shani vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 25°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 4°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: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 4mm May Precipitation: 30mm Jun Precipitation: 52mm Jul Precipitation: 106mm Aug Precipitation: 182mm Sep Precipitation: 112mm Oct Precipitation: 40mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Shani is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 527mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 44mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 182mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 182mm 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: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 16km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 16km/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: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Shani 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 February, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 11km/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 Shani, which began on March 20, 2026. Shani 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 March at around 39°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 39°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 34mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 340mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 153mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 28°
Mar 32°
Apr 33°
May 31°
Jun 28°
Jul 26°
Aug 25°
Sep 26°
Oct 27°
Nov 27°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Shani is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 0mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 39°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 Shani 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
17 °C
33 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
36 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
25 °C
39 °C
15 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
39 °C
16 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
37 °C
16 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
33 °C
16 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
182 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
33 °C
11 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
33 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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