Bende weather
At 9:45 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 25°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (2.3 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Feb. Bende sits 121 m (397 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 Bende, Abia State, Nigeria.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 75%
- Chance of rain
- 25%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (2.3 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season Jun–Oct
About Bende weather
Is it raining in Bende right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (2.3 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Bende this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 31–32° and lows of 23–24°. Rain is likely on 5 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Bende lately?
In the past 7 days, Bende had 5 rainy days and 33.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Bende?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Bende weather by month
When is the best time to visit Bende?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Bende is Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in September to 30°C (87°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Bende?
September is the wettest month, with about 308 mm (12.1 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 13 mm (0.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Bende?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (87°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F). September is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F).
Does Bende have a rainy season?
Yes. May–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Feb 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