The climate of Nigeria, city by city
This page lists the 268 cities in Nigeria for which climate normals are available. Each entry covers temperature, rainfall and how the climate changed between 1940 and 2025, computed from ERA5 reanalysis data.
+1.6 °C since 1940
Frequently asked questions
What is the hottest city in Nigeria?
The hottest city in Nigeria is Numan, with an average annual temperature of 28.8 °C.
What is the coldest city in Nigeria?
The coldest city in Nigeria is Gembu, with an average annual temperature of 19.3 °C.
What is the wettest city in Nigeria?
The wettest city in Nigeria is Eket, with 3,462 mm of precipitation per year.
Has the climate of Nigeria warmed?
Based on its largest cities, Nigeria warmed by +1.6 °C between 1940 and 2025.