Iwo, Nigeria experiences average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Iwo, Nigeria Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Iwo, 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
4.2/10
Best: January, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 32°C / 23°C
Feels Like 36°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 88 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 77%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
36°C
February
Avg Low24°C
Rain3days
Coldest Month
22°C
August
Avg High28°C
Rain23days
Driest Month
1days
January
Avg High36°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
15 km/h
March (Gusts 34)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:28
Daylight 12.6h
Sunset 19:02
Live conditions—
Iwo on the map · live conditions
Iwo, Nigeria
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Nigeria
- City
- Iwo
- Population
- 250.4K
- Coordinates
- 7.64°, 4.18°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 23 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 2 days/mo
2/3 best months
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: 36°C / 23°C . Feb: 36°C / 24°C . Mar: 34°C / 25°C . Apr: 33°C / 25°C . May: 31°C / 24°C . Jun: 29°C / 23°C . Jul: 28°C / 22°C . Aug: 28°C / 22°C . Sep: 28°C / 22°C . Oct: 30°C / 23°C . Nov: 32°C / 24°C . Dec: 34°C / 23°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 3 mm. Feb: 14 mm. Mar: 62 mm. Apr: 67 mm. May: 99 mm. Jun: 156 mm. Jul: 141 mm. Aug: 181 mm. Sep: 172 mm. Oct: 131 mm. Nov: 25 mm. Dec: 3 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 52%. Feb: 60%. Mar: 75%. Apr: 79%. May: 83%. Jun: 86%. Jul: 86%. Aug: 86%. Sep: 88%. Oct: 87%. Nov: 79%. Dec: 62%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 11 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 14 km/h . May: 13 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 11 km/h . Oct: 10 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 7h. Aug: 7h. Sep: 7h. Oct: 8h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 6.
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 is trending drier by about 33 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 36°C | Feb · 36°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 22°C | Aug · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 192 mm | Aug · 181 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 16 km/h | Mar · 15 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Good 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Poor May
Poor June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Fair December best
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 36°C / 23°C | 37°C / 25°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 52% Moderate | 6.6 High | Good | View Details |
| February | 36°C / 24°C | 39°C / 28°C | 3days (14 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 7.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 34°C / 25°C | 40°C / 30°C | 12days (62 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 75% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 33°C / 25°C | 38°C / 29°C | 13days (67 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 79% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 31°C / 24°C | 37°C / 29°C | 17days (99 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 83% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 23°C | 34°C / 27°C | 23days (156 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 28°C / 22°C | 32°C / 26°C | 24days (141 mm) Wet | 7.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 28°C / 22°C | 32°C / 25°C | 23days (181 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 86% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 25days (172 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 88% Very Muggy | 6.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 20days (131 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 28°C | 4days (25 mm) Good | 9.6h Good | 79% Humid | 6.5 High | Fair | View Details |
| December best | 34°C / 23°C | 37°C / 26°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 6.3 High | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Iwo are January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Iwo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Iwo is February, with average daytime highs of 36°C (97°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Iwo is August, with average overnight lows of 22°C (72°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Iwo is August, averaging 181mm of precipitation across 23 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Iwo runs through September, July, June, August, with the heaviest rainfall in September. Based on 10-year averages for Iwo.
Iwo receives approximately 104 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Iwo.
The least favorable months to visit Iwo are March, April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Iwo is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Iwo is 77%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Iwo are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 15 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
Iwo averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 73%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Iwo is 23°C (73°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Iwo 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 Iwo ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 36°C (97°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 Iwo, with a climate score of 3.8/10. Consider visiting during January, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Iwo, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 29°C (85°F) and 23 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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