Climate Insights for Yelwa

Shendam, Plateau State, Nigeria

Hottest
March
39°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
August
169mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Yelwa is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 615mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 169mm of rainfall. Yelwa 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: 27° Min: 21° Feb Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 23° Mar Max: 39° Average: 32° Min: 26° Apr Max: 37° Average: 32° Min: 27° May Max: 34° Average: 30° Min: 26° Jun Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Aug Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Nov Max: 36° Average: 28° Min: 22° Dec Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21°
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Yelwa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 39°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 7mm Mar Precipitation: 4mm Apr Precipitation: 14mm May Precipitation: 57mm Jun Precipitation: 67mm Jul Precipitation: 98mm Aug Precipitation: 169mm Sep Precipitation: 134mm Oct Precipitation: 62mm Nov Precipitation: 2mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Yelwa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 615mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 51mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 169mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0mm. That's 169mm 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: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/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: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Yelwa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 2km/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 Yelwa, which began on June 21, 2026. Yelwa 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 39°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 39°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 75mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. 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 23 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 333mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 36°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 199mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. 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 21 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 7mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 Yelwa 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
21 °C
34 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
36 °C
3 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
39 °C
3 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
37 °C
3 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
34 °C
3 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
24 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
169 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
36 °C
2 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
35 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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