Climate Insights for Zongo

Nigeria

Hottest
March
35°C peak95°F peak
Coldest
December
17°C low63°F low
Wettest
August
368 mm rain14.5 in rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Zongo is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,597 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 368 mm of rainfall. Zongo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Zongo is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 62.9 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 14.5 in of rainfall. Zongo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 17°FebMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 20°MarMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 23°AprMax: 33°Average: 28°Min: 24°MayMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°JunMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JulMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°AugMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°SepMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°OctMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 20°NovMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 19°DecMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 91°FAverage: 77°FMin: 63°FFebMax: 94°FAverage: 80°FMin: 67°FMarMax: 95°FAverage: 84°FMin: 74°FAprMax: 92°FAverage: 83°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 86°FAverage: 79°FMin: 73°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FJulMax: 80°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FAugMax: 79°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FNovMax: 90°FAverage: 77°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 91°FAverage: 76°FMin: 63°F
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Zongo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 35°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 29°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Zongo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 95°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 95°F and an average of 84°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 5mmMarPrecipitation: 15mmAprPrecipitation: 46mmMayPrecipitation: 153mmJunPrecipitation: 240mmJulPrecipitation: 322mmAugPrecipitation: 368mmSepPrecipitation: 315mmOctPrecipitation: 126mmNovPrecipitation: 7mmDecPrecipitation: 0mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0inFebPrecipitation: 0.2inMarPrecipitation: 0.6inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inMayPrecipitation: 6inJunPrecipitation: 9.4inJulPrecipitation: 12.7inAugPrecipitation: 14.5inSepPrecipitation: 12.4inOctPrecipitation: 5inNovPrecipitation: 0.3inDecPrecipitation: 0in
Precipitation

Zongo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,597 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 133 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 368 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 mm. That's 368 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.Zongo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 62.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 14.5 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 in. That's 14.5 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Zongo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Zongo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°77°F
Feb27°80°F
Mar29°84°F
Apr28°83°F
May26°79°F
Jun24°76°F
Jul23°74°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep24°74°F
Oct24°76°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec25°76°F

The best time to visit Zongo is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Zongo is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 95°F. 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 Zongo 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 Zongo 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
17 °C63 °F
33 °C91 °F
7 km/h4 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C67 °F
34 °C94 °F
7 km/h4 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
23 °C74 °F
35 °C95 °F
5 km/h3 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
33 °C92 °F
5 km/h3 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
23 °C73 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
240 mm9.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C70 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h3 mph
322 mm12.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C69 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
368 mm14.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h3 mph
315 mm12.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C69 °F
30 °C85 °F
4 km/h2 mph
126 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
32 °C90 °F
5 km/h3 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
33 °C91 °F
6 km/h4 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in