Climate Insights for Zalanga

Ganjuwa, Bauchi State, Nigeria

Hottest
April
38°C peak
Coldest
January
14°C low
Wettest
August
279mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Zalanga is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 793mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 279mm of rainfall. Zalanga 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 14°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 21° Min: 14° Feb Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 17° Mar Max: 37° Average: 29° Min: 22° Apr Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 25° May Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 26° Jun Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Nov Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 18° Dec Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Zalanga vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 21°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 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 1mm May Precipitation: 27mm Jun Precipitation: 88mm Jul Precipitation: 201mm Aug Precipitation: 279mm Sep Precipitation: 159mm Oct Precipitation: 36mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Zalanga is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 793mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 66mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 279mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0mm. That's 279mm 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: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Zalanga is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/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 Zalanga, which began on March 20, 2026. Zalanga 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 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 569mm across the season with a monthly average of 190mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 196mm for the season, averaging 65mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm 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.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 24°
Mar 29°
Apr 31°
May 31°
Jun 28°
Jul 26°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 26°
Nov 25°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Zalanga is during January, February, November 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 38°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 Zalanga 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
14 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
32 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
37 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
38 °C
14 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
37 °C
14 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
88 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
201 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
279 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
159 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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