Kogi State weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kogi State, Nigeria. Like most weather services, we show Kogi State at one spot: Okene, its largest city. At 10:30 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 27°C (80°F). Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.2 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Nov–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 75%
- Chance of rain
- 4%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.2 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–FebOff season Jul–Sep
About Okene weather
Is it raining in Okene right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 27° right now. Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.2 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Okene this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 32–33° and lows of 23–25°. Rain is likely on 1 of 7 days (Monday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Okene lately?
In the past 7 days, Okene had 1 rainy day and 5.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Okene?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kogi State weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kogi State?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kogi State is Nov–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in September to 33°C (91°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Kogi State?
September is the wettest month, with about 241 mm (9.5 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 6 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Kogi State?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F). September is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 21°C (71°F).
Does Kogi State have a rainy season?
Yes. Jul–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–Mar is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Okene), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Kogi State
Weather can differ a lot within Kogi State: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okene | Nov–Feb | Jul–Sep | 28–33°C | 1,226 mm |
| Ogaminana | Nov–Feb | Jul–Sep | 28–33°C | 1,226 mm |
| Idah | Nov–Mar | Jun–Oct | 28–32°C | 1,385 mm |
| Lokoja | Nov–Jan | Jul–Sep | 29–35°C | 1,077 mm |
| Kabba | Nov–Jan | Jul–Sep | 28–35°C | 1,061 mm |
| Egbe | Nov–Feb | Jul–Sep | 28–34°C | 1,136 mm |
| Ajaokuta | Nov–Feb | Jul–Sep | 28–34°C | 1,218 mm |
| Isanlu-Itedoijowa | Nov–Jan | Jul–Sep | 29–36°C | 989 mm |