Zinder, Niger experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 3 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Zinder, Niger Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Zinder, Niger. 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
7/10
Best: January, February, March, November, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 34°C / 21°C
Feels Like 34°C / 19°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 26 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 35%
Wind Speed 19 km/h
Dew Point 8°C
Hottest Month
40°C
May
Avg Low25°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
13°C
January
Avg High29°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High29°C
Avg Low13°C
Windiest Month
22 km/h
February (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June, July, August due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:58
Daylight 12.9h
Sunset 18:54
Live conditions—
Zinder on the map · live conditions
Zinder, Niger
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Niger
- City
- Zinder
- Population
- 318.9K
- Coordinates
- 13.81°, 8.99°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 39°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 2 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 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: 29°C / 13°C . Feb: 31°C / 15°C . Mar: 37°C / 20°C . Apr: 40°C / 23°C . May: 40°C / 25°C . Jun: 38°C / 26°C . Jul: 34°C / 24°C . Aug: 31°C / 23°C . Sep: 34°C / 23°C . Oct: 36°C / 22°C . Nov: 34°C / 18°C . Dec: 30°C / 15°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 0 mm. May: 2 mm. Jun: 18 mm. Jul: 70 mm. Aug: 156 mm. Sep: 55 mm. Oct: 7 mm. Nov: 0 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 19%. Feb: 15%. Mar: 13%. Apr: 14%. May: 27%. Jun: 45%. Jul: 63%. Aug: 75%. Sep: 65%. Oct: 35%. Nov: 22%. Dec: 22%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 21 km/h . Feb: 22 km/h . Mar: 20 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 19 km/h . Jun: 20 km/h . Jul: 19 km/h . Aug: 18 km/h . Sep: 16 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 20 km/h . Dec: 20 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 6. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 6.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
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 | May 2025 · 40°C | May · 40°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 14°C | Jan · 13°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 114 mm | Aug · 156 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 21 km/h | Feb · 22 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Fair May
Fair June
Fair July
Poor August
Poor September
Fair October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 29°C / 13°C | 25°C / 9°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 19% Comfortable | 6.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 31°C / 15°C | 27°C / 10°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 15% Comfortable | 7.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 37°C / 20°C | 34°C / 16°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 13% Comfortable | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 40°C / 23°C | 38°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 14% Comfortable | 8.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 40°C / 25°C | 40°C / 24°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 27% Comfortable | 8.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 38°C / 26°C | 40°C / 27°C | 4days (18 mm) Good | 11.5h Excellent | 45% Moderate | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 34°C / 24°C | 37°C / 27°C | 12days (70 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 23°C | 35°C / 26°C | 15days (156 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 75% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 34°C / 23°C | 38°C / 26°C | 6days (55 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October | 36°C / 22°C | 36°C / 20°C | 1days (7 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 35% Comfortable | 7.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November best | 34°C / 18°C | 31°C / 14°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 22% Comfortable | 6.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 30°C / 15°C | 26°C / 10°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 22% Comfortable | 5.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Zinder are January, February, March, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Zinder, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Zinder is May, with average daytime highs of 40°C (104°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Zinder is January, with average overnight lows of 13°C (56°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Zinder is August, averaging 156mm of precipitation across 15 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Zinder runs through August, July, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Zinder.
Zinder receives approximately 130 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Zinder.
The least favorable months to visit Zinder are May, June, July, August, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Zinder is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Zinder is 35%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Zinder are 19 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 22 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Zinder averages 10 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 39%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Zinder is 8°C (46°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Zinder has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Zinder ranges from 19°C (66°F) to 34°C (93°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Zinder, with a climate score of 4.8/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Zinder, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 38°C (100°F) and 4 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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