Niamey in August
5.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 32°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
32°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
15Rainy days (122 mm)
12:27 hDaylight
06:42Sunrise · 19:09 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in August is fairly consistent from year to year (2.8 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 17°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.5 |
| February | 34°C | 20°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.6 |
| March | 38°C | 23°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.5 |
| April | 41°C | 27°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 40°C | 29°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 5.7 |
| June | 37°C | 27°C | 21 mm | 5 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 34°C | 26°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.2 |
| August | 32°C | 24°C | 122 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 34°C | 25°C | 45 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.7 |
| October | 37°C | 25°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.5 |
| November | 36°C | 20°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 32°C | 17°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Niamey in August?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Niamey?
The best months are January, December.