The best times to visit Karu for ideal weather are

July 16th to September 16th

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

 

 


Other Karu Travel Info

Weather in Karu

Temperature

Average temperatures in Karu vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 38th 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 Karu, the hottest months are March, February, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid March where highs are regularly around 97.6°F (36.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 80.4°F (26.9°C) at night.

Karu Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Karu 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.

Karu Perceived Temperature (F)

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Karu Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Karu 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 94.4 84.8 73.3
Feb 96.5 86.7 75.6
Mar 95.6 87.1 78.6
Apr 92.4 84.1 76.6
May 86.5 81.5 76
Jun 84.9 79.6 73.8
Jul 82.3 77.8 73.1
Aug 80.3 76.2 72.3
Sep 82.8 77.2 71.8
Oct 85.5 78.3 72.3
Nov 91 80.5 70.3
Dec 92.3 80.1 66.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 34.7 29.3 22.9
Feb 35.8 30.4 24.2
Mar 35.3 30.6 25.9
Apr 33.6 28.9 24.8
May 30.3 27.5 24.4
Jun 29.4 26.4 23.2
Jul 27.9 25.4 22.8
Aug 26.8 24.6 22.4
Sep 28.2 25.1 22.1
Oct 29.7 25.7 22.4
Nov 32.8 26.9 21.3
Dec 33.5 26.7 19.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Karu are January, April, and then May. 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 July with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Karu? 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 Karu.

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Snow on the Ground

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

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Snow depth

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 2% 0 3.1
Mar 2% 0 3.9
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 2% 0 4.7
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 4% 0 12.6
Nov 1% 0 2
Dec 1% 0 2.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 2 0 7.9
Mar 2 0 9.9
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 2 0 11.9
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 4 0 32
Nov 1 0 5.1
Dec 1 0 5.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Karu has some very humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is December (21.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (72.5%).

Wind in Karu is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 4.8 knots (5.5 MPH or 8.9 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 10.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

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 4.4 Light breeze 6.9 Light breeze
Feb 4.7 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.8 Light breeze 8.8 Light breeze
Apr 4.6 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
May 4.4 Light breeze 8 Light breeze
Jun 4.6 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.5 Light breeze 7.8 Light breeze
Aug 4.4 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.3 Light breeze 7.6 Light breeze
Oct 3.9 Barely noticeable 8.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 4 Light breeze 6.6 Light breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 7.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 26.1%
Feb 28%
Mar 33.9%
Apr 46.5%
May 62.2%
Jun 66.1%
Jul 68.6%
Aug 72.5%
Sep 68.4%
Oct 67.2%
Nov 44.2%
Dec 21.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Karu?

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 Karu, Nigeria is June, followed by April and February. 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 Karu in November. 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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 67.1 in November means 67.1% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Karu Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 97.1°F (36.2°C) and 85.3°F (29.6°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Karu, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 93.1°F (33.9°C) and 80°F (26.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Karu to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 97.6°F (36.4°C) and 86.6°F (30.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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