Climate Insights for Yola

Nigeria

Hottest
March
39°C peak102°F peak
Coldest
January
19°C low67°F low
Wettest
August
171 mm rain6.7 in rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Yola is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 565 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 171 mm of rainfall. Yola sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Yola is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 22.2 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 6.7 in of rainfall. Yola sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°Average: 26°Min: 19°FebMax: 36°Average: 28°Min: 22°MarMax: 39°Average: 32°Min: 25°AprMax: 38°Average: 32°Min: 27°MayMax: 35°Average: 30°Min: 26°JunMax: 32°Average: 28°Min: 24°JulMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 23°AugMax: 29°Average: 26°Min: 23°SepMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°OctMax: 32°Average: 27°Min: 23°NovMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 21°DecMax: 34°Average: 26°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 92°FAverage: 79°FMin: 67°FFebMax: 97°FAverage: 83°FMin: 71°FMarMax: 102°FAverage: 89°FMin: 78°FAprMax: 100°FAverage: 90°FMin: 81°FMayMax: 95°FAverage: 86°FMin: 79°FJunMax: 90°FAverage: 82°FMin: 75°FJulMax: 87°FAverage: 80°FMin: 74°FAugMax: 85°FAverage: 78°FMin: 73°FSepMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 73°FOctMax: 90°FAverage: 81°FMin: 73°FNovMax: 95°FAverage: 82°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 93°FAverage: 79°FMin: 68°F
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Min

Yola sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 39°C. 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 19°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Yola sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 102°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 102°F and an average of 89°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 79°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 2mmMarPrecipitation: 3mmAprPrecipitation: 11mmMayPrecipitation: 39mmJunPrecipitation: 62mmJulPrecipitation: 99mmAugPrecipitation: 171mmSepPrecipitation: 129mmOctPrecipitation: 48mmNovPrecipitation: 2mmDecPrecipitation: 0mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0inFebPrecipitation: 0.1inMarPrecipitation: 0.1inAprPrecipitation: 0.4inMayPrecipitation: 1.5inJunPrecipitation: 2.5inJulPrecipitation: 3.9inAugPrecipitation: 6.7inSepPrecipitation: 5.1inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0in
Precipitation

Yola is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 565 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 171 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 171 mm 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.Yola is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 6.7 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 6.7 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Yola is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Yola is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Yola 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Yola based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
19 °C67 °F
34 °C92 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
22 °C71 °F
36 °C97 °F
13 km/h8 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
25 °C78 °F
39 °C102 °F
9 km/h6 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
27 °C81 °F
38 °C100 °F
11 km/h7 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
26 °C79 °F
35 °C95 °F
11 km/h7 mph
39 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
24 °C75 °F
32 °C90 °F
10 km/h6 mph
62 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
23 °C74 °F
31 °C87 °F
10 km/h6 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C73 °F
29 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
171 mm6.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
23 °C73 °F
30 °C86 °F
7 km/h4 mph
129 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
23 °C73 °F
32 °C90 °F
7 km/h4 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
35 °C95 °F
9 km/h6 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
34 °C93 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in