Enugu State weather in January
January is one of the best months to visit Enugu State: highs of 30°C (85°F) and about 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain on average. Nights average 18°C (65°F) and cloud cover 39% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). It is the 2nd driest month of the year and the 5th warmest. Compared with December, it is about as warm and about as wet; February brings highs of 31°C (87°F) and 25 mm (1.0 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Enugu, the largest city in Enugu State. See below for other places.
Is January a good time to visit Enugu State?
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Yes. January is one of the best months for weather in Enugu State.
Does it rain a lot in Enugu State in January?
No, it is usually dry: about 9 mm (0.4 in) falls in an average January. It is the 2nd driest month of the year.
How warm is Enugu State in January?
Days average 30°C (85°F) and nights 18°C (65°F).
Enugu State weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C (85°F) | 18°C (65°F) | 9 mm | 39% | best |
| February | 31°C (87°F) | 21°C (70°F) | 25 mm | 57% | best |
| March | 31°C (87°F) | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm | 75% | best |
| April | 30°C (86°F) | 23°C (74°F) | 121 mm | 79% | fair |
| May | 29°C (85°F) | 23°C (74°F) | 150 mm | 78% | fair |
| June | 28°C (83°F) | 23°C (73°F) | 189 mm | 80% | fair |
| July | 28°C (82°F) | 22°C (71°F) | 215 mm | 87% | least pleasant |
| August | 28°C (82°F) | 22°C (71°F) | 235 mm | 88% | least pleasant |
| September | 28°C (82°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 278 mm | 87% | least pleasant |
| October | 28°C (83°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 184 mm | 78% | fair |
| November | 30°C (85°F) | 22°C (71°F) | 57 mm | 55% | best |
| December | 30°C (85°F) | 19°C (66°F) | 9 mm | 37% | best |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis). Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across Enugu State in January
Weather can differ a lot within Enugu State: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.