Ughelli, Nigeria experiences average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 22 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.
Ughelli, Nigeria Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Ughelli, 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
2.7/10
Best: July, August, September
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 31°C / 24°C
Feels Like 36°C / 29°C
Rainy Days 22
Rainfall 221 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 85%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
34°C
February
Avg Low25°C
Rain12days
Coldest Month
23°C
July
Avg High28°C
Rain29days
Driest Month
8days
January
Avg High34°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
February (Gusts 30)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May, November due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:25
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:51
Live conditions—
Ughelli on the map · live conditions
Ughelli, Nigeria
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Nigeria
- City
- Ughelli
- Population
- 80K
- Coordinates
- 5.49°, 6.00°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 28 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 27 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 10 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: 34°C / 24°C . Feb: 34°C / 25°C . Mar: 32°C / 25°C . Apr: 32°C / 25°C . May: 30°C / 24°C . Jun: 29°C / 23°C . Jul: 28°C / 23°C . Aug: 28°C / 23°C . Sep: 28°C / 23°C . Oct: 29°C / 23°C . Nov: 31°C / 24°C . Dec: 33°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 33 mm. Feb: 49 mm. Mar: 174 mm. Apr: 212 mm. May: 275 mm. Jun: 366 mm. Jul: 370 mm. Aug: 249 mm. Sep: 390 mm. Oct: 353 mm. Nov: 141 mm. Dec: 35 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 72%. Feb: 75%. Mar: 84%. Apr: 86%. May: 88%. Jun: 91%. Jul: 90%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 90%. Oct: 91%. Nov: 87%. Dec: 79%.
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: 10 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: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 8h. May: 8h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 6h. Aug: 7h. Sep: 6h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 11h.
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 8. Dec: UV 8.
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 69 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 35°C | Feb · 34°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 23°C | Jul · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Sep 2025 · 453 mm | Sep · 390 mm |
| Windiest month | Jan 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 | 34°C / 24°C | 38°C / 28°C | 8days (33 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| February | 34°C / 25°C | 39°C / 30°C | 12days (49 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 32°C / 25°C | 39°C / 30°C | 25days (174 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 84% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 32°C / 25°C | 38°C / 30°C | 24days (212 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 30°C / 24°C | 37°C / 29°C | 26days (275 mm) Wet | 7.7h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 23°C | 35°C / 28°C | 28days (366 mm) Wet | 6.7h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 23°C | 33°C / 27°C | 29days (370 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 90% Very Muggy | 6.2 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 23°C | 33°C / 27°C | 27days (249 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 28°C / 23°C | 34°C / 27°C | 29days (390 mm) Wet | 6.4h Fair | 90% Very Muggy | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 29°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 30days (353 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 31°C / 24°C | 38°C / 29°C | 22days (141 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 33°C / 24°C | 38°C / 29°C | 9days (35 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 79% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Ughelli are July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Ughelli, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Ughelli is February, with average daytime highs of 34°C (94°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Ughelli 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 Ughelli is September, averaging 390mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Ughelli runs through October, July, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Ughelli.
Ughelli receives approximately 98 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is December with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Ughelli.
The least favorable months to visit Ughelli are March, April, May, November, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Ughelli is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Ughelli is 85%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Ughelli 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).
Ughelli averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 77%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Ughelli is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Ughelli 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 Ughelli ranges from 29°C (84°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 Ughelli, with a climate score of 2.7/10. Consider visiting during July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For June in Ughelli, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 28 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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