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06:26
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18:29
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07:18
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19:34
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Weather in Onitsha today, September 12, 2026
Onitsha starts September 12, 2026 looking damp, with rain in the forecast and wetter spells likely at times. Waterproof kit is the safer call for early plans. Morning plans should assume damp conditions, as rain chances climb toward 80% around 11:00. Cloud cover is also at its densest near 07:00 at roughly 99%.
The temperature range runs from about 24°C up to 30°C. The air stays humid, with relative humidity between 69% and 97% and the peak around 02:00. A lighter breeze peaks around 13:00 near 2.2 km/h.
Afternoon showers stay in play, peaking near 90% around 17:00. Skies remain cluttered, with cover about 95% by 19:00. Horizontal visibility sits around 15.3 km, briefly nearer 9.1 km. Expect sunrise at 06:26, sunset at 18:29, and 12 hours 2 minutes of sunlight today overall.
Taken together, Onitsha looks wet enough on September 12, 2026 that flexible outdoor plans work best, with temperatures peaking near 30°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Onitsha
How warm does it get in Onitsha?
The warmest month in Onitsha is February, with average high temperatures of 37°C. The average temperature during this period is around 31°C.
How cold does it get in Onitsha?
The coldest month in Onitsha is January, with average low temperatures of 24°C. The average temperature during this period is around 29°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Onitsha?
The wettest month in Onitsha is September, with an average of 232mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Onitsha?
The driest month in Onitsha is January, with an average of 3mm of precipitation.
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