Zamfara State weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Zamfara State, Nigeria. Like most weather services, we show Zamfara State at one spot: Gusau, its largest city. At 1:45 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.
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 Apr–Sep
About Gusau weather
Is it raining in Gusau 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 Gusau this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 36–37° and lows of 20–23°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Gusau lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Gusau?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Zamfara State weather by month
When is the best time to visit Zamfara State?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Zamfara State is Nov–Jan, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 29°C (84°F) in August to 38°C (100°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Zamfara State?
August is the wettest month, with about 209 mm (8.2 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Zamfara State?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 38°C (100°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F).
Does Zamfara State have a rainy season?
Yes. Jul–Sep 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 for Gusau), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Zamfara State
Weather can differ a lot within Zamfara State: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gusau | Nov–Jan | Jul–Sep | 29–38°C | 748 mm |
| Kaura Namoda | Nov–Jan | Jul–Aug | 30–39°C | 738 mm |
| Talata Mafara | Nov–Jan | Jul–Aug | 30–39°C | 736 mm |
| Gummi | Oct–Jan | Jul–Sep | 30–39°C | 829 mm |
| Moriki | Nov–Jan | Jul–Aug | 30–40°C | 675 mm |