The best times to visit Bama for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 13th

or

September 24th to November 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bama Travel Info

Weather in Bama

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bama vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bama, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 104.9°F (40.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 91.9°F (33.3°C) at night.

Bama Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bama Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Bama Perceived Temperature (F)

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Bama Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bama Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 56.4 47.2 36.2
Feb 59.8 50.8 40
Mar 64.2 55.4 43.5
Apr 80.1 71.2 58.6
May 92.4 82.5 69.5
Jun 100.8 90.7 78
Jul 102.2 94.4 83.3
Aug 99.3 90.7 78.7
Sep 94.9 85.1 71.4
Oct 83.6 73.3 59.2
Nov 65.2 55.4 43.2
Dec 55 46.5 34.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.6 8.4 2.3
Feb 15.4 10.4 4.4
Mar 17.9 13 6.4
Apr 26.7 21.8 14.8
May 33.6 28.1 20.8
Jun 38.2 32.6 25.6
Jul 39 34.7 28.5
Aug 37.4 32.6 25.9
Sep 34.9 29.5 21.9
Oct 28.7 22.9 15.1
Nov 18.4 13 6.2
Dec 12.8 8.1 1.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bama are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid August with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of August 6th.

When can you find snow in Bama? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bama.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bama (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 2% 0 0.2
Jun 2% 0 0.1
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 13% 0 1.8
Sep 7% 0 0.7
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 2 0 0.5
Jun 2 0 0.3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 13 0 4.6
Sep 7 0 1.8
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Bama has some comfortably humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (20.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (51.1%).

Wind in Bama is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and October. July’s average wind speed of around 7.6 knots (8.7 MPH or 14.1 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid July where average top sustained speeds reach 15 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bama.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.4 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.9 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 6 Light breeze 12.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 6 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
May 5.3 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.6 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jul 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.6 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.7 Light breeze 11.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 6.2 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Nov 5.8 Light breeze 11.3 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.6 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 49.5%
Feb 51.1%
Mar 47.3%
Apr 38.9%
May 25.9%
Jun 21.7%
Jul 20.3%
Aug 33.1%
Sep 30.8%
Oct 27.3%
Nov 45.5%
Dec 49.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bama?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat unsafe, especially in some areas. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are strong travel warnings and regional advisories for Nigeria; avoid non-essential travel and all travel to some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 28, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bama, Nigeria is July, followed by October and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bama in May. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 56 in May means 56% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Bama Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 99.8°F (37.7°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see the most precipitation with 0 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Bama, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 97°F (36.1°C) and 61.8°F (16.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Bama to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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