Niamey weather
At 7:30 PM local time it was clear and 34°C (93°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Dec–Jan. Niamey sits 202 m (663 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 Niamey, Niamey, Niger.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 1%
- 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 Dec–JanOff season Mar–Aug
About Niamey weather
Is it raining in Niamey right now?
No. It’s clear and 34° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Niamey this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 39–40° and lows of 24–26°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Niamey lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Niamey?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Niamey weather by month
When is the best time to visit Niamey?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Niamey is Dec–Jan, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 31°C (88°F) in January to 41°C (106°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Niamey?
August is the wettest month, with about 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Niamey?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 41°C (106°F) and lows of 27°C (80°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F).
Does Niamey have a rainy season?
Yes. Aug is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Oct–May is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Niamey weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months