Climate Insights for Numan

Numan, Adamawa State, Nigeria

Hottest
March
40°C peak
Coldest
January
19°C low
Wettest
August
136mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Numan is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 440mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 136mm of rainfall. Numan 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: 34° Average: 26° Min: 19° Feb Max: 37° Average: 29° Min: 21° Mar Max: 40° Average: 33° Min: 26° Apr Max: 40° Average: 34° Min: 29° May Max: 37° Average: 32° Min: 27° Jun Max: 34° Average: 30° Min: 26° Jul Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Aug Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Sep Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Oct Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 25° Nov Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 23° Dec Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 20°
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Temperatures in Numan vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 40°C and an average of 33°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.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 7mm May Precipitation: 43mm Jun Precipitation: 68mm Jul Precipitation: 68mm Aug Precipitation: 136mm Sep Precipitation: 82mm Oct Precipitation: 35mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Numan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 440mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 136mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 136mm 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 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: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Numan 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 April, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 2km/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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Numan, which began on June 21, 2026. Numan sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 40°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 40°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 50mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 34°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 271mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 37°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 118mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 37°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. 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 Numan 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
19 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
37 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
40 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Apr
29 °C
40 °C
3 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
37 °C
3 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
26 °C
34 °C
3 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
82 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
37 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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