Climate Insights for Aba

Aba South, Abia State, Nigeria

Hottest
February
36°C peak
Coldest
January
23°C low
Wettest
June
398mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Aba is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3025mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 398mm of rainfall. Aba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 23° Feb Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 25° Mar Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Apr Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jun Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jul Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Aug Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Sep Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Oct Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Nov Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Dec Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 23°
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Aba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 36°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 29°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 7mm Feb Precipitation: 29mm Mar Precipitation: 349mm Apr Precipitation: 223mm May Precipitation: 317mm Jun Precipitation: 398mm Jul Precipitation: 391mm Aug Precipitation: 389mm Sep Precipitation: 390mm Oct Precipitation: 287mm Nov Precipitation: 198mm Dec Precipitation: 48mm
Precipitation

Aba is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3025mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 252mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 398mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 7mm. That's 391mm less than June, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Aba is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

52 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Aba, which began on June 21, 2026. Aba sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 23°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 888mm across the season with a monthly average of 296mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1178mm across the season with a monthly average of 393mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 875mm across the season with a monthly average of 292mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 36°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Aba 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
23 °C
36 °C
2 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
36 °C
2 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
349 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
223 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
317 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
398 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
391 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
23 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
389 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
390 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
287 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
198 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
33 °C
1 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
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