Monthly climate guide
Jos weather in September
September in Jos is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 26°C (80°F) and night-time lows near 18°C (65°F). The month usually brings about 164 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as August and 2°C cooler than October.
What stands out in September
- It's humid — around 84% — so the heat feels heavier.
- Jos is usually about 2°C cooler than Abuja, 180 km away, in September.
- September falls in Jos's wetter season, when heavy showers are common.
- September is among Jos's three coolest months.
Avg high
26°C
80°F
Avg low
18°C
65°F
Rainfall
164 mm
very wet
Humidity
84%
relative
Sky
83%
cloud · often cloudy
Jos weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 89°F | 14°C / 57°F | 0 mm | 21% | 21% |
| February | 34°C / 92°F | 17°C / 63°F | 4 mm | 21% | 36% |
| March | 35°C / 95°F | 20°C / 67°F | 25 mm | 29% | 61% |
| April | 34°C / 94°F | 21°C / 69°F | 195 mm | 49% | 76% |
| May | 31°C / 89°F | 21°C / 69°F | 161 mm | 70% | 83% |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 20°C / 68°F | 135 mm | 76% | 78% |
| July | 27°C / 81°F | 19°C / 66°F | 237 mm | 81% | 84% |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 65°F | 269 mm | 87% | 89% |
| September | 26°C / 80°F | 18°C / 65°F | 164 mm | 84% | 83% |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 18°C / 65°F | 60 mm | 73% | 66% |
| November | 31°C / 87°F | 16°C / 60°F | 12 mm | 49% | 31% |
| December | 31°C / 87°F | 14°C / 57°F | 0 mm | 30% | 18% |
What to pack for September
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is September a good time to visit Jos?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Jos →Other Nigeria cities in September
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Jos in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Jos?
September is one of the wetter months in Jos, with about 164 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Jos in September?
Average highs are about 26°C (80°F) and average lows about 18°C (65°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Jos in September?
Jos typically gets around 164 mm of rain in September — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Jos (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.