If you plan to visit Abuja in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +35°C during the day and approximately 12 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 3 rainy days in the month and around 6 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+35°C
Avg. max. temperature
+18°C
Min.
+41°C
Max.
6 mm
Total precipitation
37%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Abuja has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in Abuja in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Abuja for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +38°C during the day to a minimum of +21°C during the night, the temperature in February averages around +36°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +37°C to +37°C.
Is Abuja warm or cold in February?
Abuja is typically hot in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +34°C to +35°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +21°C to +23°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
February is one of the warmest months in Abuja, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Abuja in February
Abuja weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+34°C
+35°C
+36°C
Min. temperature
+16°C
+18°C
+19°C
Max. temperature
+39°C
+41°C
+41°C
Rainfall
2 mm
6 mm
22 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
35%
37%
51%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
16
12
6
Cloudy days
13
13
15
Rainy days
2
3
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
February typically has worse weather conditions compared to January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +34°C to +35°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 2 mm to 6 mm.Humidity rises from 35% to 37%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 1 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 16 sunny days in January to 12 in February.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in March as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Abuja in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Abuja is gradually decreasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Abuja based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 4% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 1 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Abuja is amazing in February with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Abuja wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 315 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last February in Abuja?
This is the weather in Abuja in February 2023:
1 February
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+37°C
2 February
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+36°C
3 February
🌫️
+37°C
4 February
☀️
+37°C
5 February
☀️
+38°C
6 February
☀️
+36°C
7 February
☀️
+37°C
8 February
☀️
+35°C
9 February
☀️
+36°C
10 February
☀️
+37°C
11 February
☀️
+37°C
12 February
☀️
+37°C
13 February
☀️
+37°C
14 February
☀️
+36°C
15 February
☀️
+35°C
16 February
🌫️
+33°C
17 February
🌫️
+33°C
18 February
🌫️
+35°C
19 February
🌫️
+35°C
20 February
🌫️
+36°C
21 February
🌫️
+37°C
22 February
🌫️
+36°C
23 February
🌫️
+36°C
24 February
🌫️
+37°C
25 February
☁️
+36°C
26 February
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+38°C
27 February
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+38°C
28 February
☀️
+37°C
In February 2023 Abuja had 15 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +36°C, with an absolute maximum of +38°C and a minimum of +33°C. The average humidity was 35%, with a maximum of 87% and a minimum of 16%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Abuja climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Abuja in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+31°C) and the highest in 2021 (+32°C). The driest year was 2022 with only 1002 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 1812 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Abuja in February:
Is February a good time to visit Abuja?
It’s always a good time to visit Abuja, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Abuja in February?
Absolutely, February is hot in Abuja. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Abuja rainy in February?
Abuja is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Abuja in February?
The amount of sunny days in Abuja during February varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Nigeria
Check out the weather for other cities in Nigeria.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Abuja, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.