Eket, Nigeria experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 25 rainy days per month. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Eket, Nigeria Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Eket, Nigeria. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
3.2/10
Best: July, August, September
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 29°C / 24°C
Feels Like 35°C / 29°C
Rainy Days 25
Rainfall 307 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 88%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
32°C
February
Avg Low25°C
Rain14days
Coldest Month
23°C
July
Avg High27°C
Rain30days
Driest Month
11days
January
Avg High32°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
February (Gusts 30)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 31°C
Warmest water: May (
30.6°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, April, May due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:18
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:42
Live conditions—
Eket on the map · live conditions
Eket, Nigeria
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Nigeria
- City
- Eket
- Population
- 25.6K
- Coordinates
- 4.64°, 7.92°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 29 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 29 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 32°C / 25°C . Feb: 32°C / 25°C . Mar: 30°C / 25°C . Apr: 30°C / 25°C . May: 29°C / 25°C . Jun: 28°C / 24°C . Jul: 27°C / 23°C . Aug: 27°C / 23°C . Sep: 27°C / 23°C . Oct: 28°C / 24°C . Nov: 29°C / 24°C . Dec: 30°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 46 mm. Feb: 66 mm. Mar: 245 mm. Apr: 261 mm. May: 339 mm. Jun: 481 mm. Jul: 588 mm. Aug: 400 mm. Sep: 538 mm. Oct: 453 mm. Nov: 218 mm. Dec: 52 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 80%. Feb: 81%. Mar: 86%. Apr: 87%. May: 89%. Jun: 91%. Jul: 92%. Aug: 90%. Sep: 91%. Oct: 91%. Nov: 88%. Dec: 84%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 11 km/h . Feb: 12 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 10 km/h . May: 9 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 9 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 8h. May: 8h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 6h. Aug: 7h. Sep: 6h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 11h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 30°C . Feb: 30°C . Mar: 30°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 31°C . Jun: 29°C . Jul: 28°C . Aug: 27°C . Sep: 28°C . Oct: 29°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 30°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 32°C | Feb · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 23°C | Jul · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 829 mm | Jul · 588 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 12 km/h | Feb · 12 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September best
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 11days (46 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 80% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| February | 32°C / 25°C | 38°C / 31°C | 14days (66 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 25°C | 37°C / 31°C | 27days (245 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 25°C | 37°C / 31°C | 25days (261 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 29days (339 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 29days (481 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 23°C | 32°C / 28°C | 30days (588 mm) Wet | 5.9h Fair | 92% Very Muggy | 6.3 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 23°C | 32°C / 27°C | 29days (400 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 90% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 23°C | 33°C / 28°C | 30days (538 mm) Wet | 6h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 30days (453 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 24°C | 36°C / 30°C | 27days (218 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 16days (52 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 84% Humid | 7 High | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Eket are July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Eket, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Eket is February, with average daytime highs of 32°C (89°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Eket is July, with average overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Eket is July, averaging 588mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Eket runs through July, September, October, May, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Eket.
Eket receives approximately 97 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Eket.
The least favorable months to visit Eket are February, March, April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Eket is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Eket is 88%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Eket are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 12 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 30 km/h / 19 mph).
Eket averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 80%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Eket is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Eket has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Eket ranges from 29°C (84°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Eket, with a climate score of 3.7/10. Consider visiting during July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For June in Eket, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 29 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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