Potiskum weather
At 2:30 AM local time it was clear and 25°C (77°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Nov–Jan. Potiskum sits 425 m (1,394 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Potiskum, Yobe State, Nigeria.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 9%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–JanOff season Mar–Aug
About Potiskum weather
Is it raining in Potiskum right now?
No. It’s clear and 25° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Potiskum this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 36–37° and lows of 21–22°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Potiskum lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Potiskum?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Potiskum weather by month
When is the best time to visit Potiskum?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Potiskum is Nov–Jan, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 29°C (85°F) in August to 40°C (104°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Potiskum?
August is the wettest month, with about 216 mm (8.5 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Potiskum?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 40°C (104°F) and lows of 24°C (76°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 29°C (85°F) and lows of 21°C (71°F).
Does Potiskum have a rainy season?
Yes. Jul–Aug is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Oct–May is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months