Monthly climate guide
Enugu weather in January
January in Enugu is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 30°C (87°F) and night-time lows near 19°C (66°F). The month usually brings about 5 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the drier months, with about 96% less rain than Enugu's average.
- Enugu is usually about 4°C cooler than Abuja, 290 km away, in January.
- January sits in Enugu's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 34%.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
30°C
87°F
Avg low
19°C
66°F
Rainfall
5 mm
very dry
Humidity
66%
relative
Sky
34%
cloud · mostly sunny
Enugu weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 87°F | 19°C / 66°F | 5 mm | 66% | 34% |
| February | 31°C / 89°F | 22°C / 71°F | 23 mm | 75% | 58% |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 74°F | 57 mm | 83% | 79% |
| April | 31°C / 87°F | 24°C / 75°F | 77 mm | 85% | 79% |
| May | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 74°F | 137 mm | 87% | 79% |
| June | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 186 mm | 89% | 80% |
| July | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 72°F | 240 mm | 89% | 88% |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 72°F | 221 mm | 89% | 88% |
| September | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 72°F | 280 mm | 90% | 88% |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 73°F | 187 mm | 89% | 79% |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 72°F | 54 mm | 82% | 57% |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 19°C / 66°F | 8 mm | 69% | 35% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is January a good time to visit Enugu?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Enugu →Other Nigeria cities in January
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Enugu in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Enugu?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Enugu, with highs around 30°C and about 5 mm of rain.
How warm is Enugu in January?
Average highs are about 30°C (87°F) and average lows about 19°C (66°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Enugu in January?
Enugu typically gets around 5 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Enugu (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.