The best times to visit Maradi for ideal weather are

November 26th to February 4th

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

 

 


Other Maradi Travel Info

Weather in Maradi

Temperature

Average temperatures in Maradi vary somewhat. 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 34th 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 Maradi, the hottest months are May, April, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid May where highs are regularly around 105.7°F (40.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 81.9°F (27.7°C) at night.

Maradi Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Maradi 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.

Maradi Perceived Temperature (F)

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Maradi Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Maradi 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 88.1 73.7 58.2
Feb 96.3 81.9 65.8
Mar 101.3 87.9 71.1
Apr 105.1 92.8 78.2
May 104.7 92.9 80.8
Jun 100.2 89.5 78.9
Jul 93.1 84 74.8
Aug 89.4 80.9 72.9
Sep 93.6 83.8 74.3
Oct 99.2 86.6 72.9
Nov 96.6 82.4 65
Dec 88.8 75.1 59.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.2 23.2 14.6
Feb 35.7 27.7 18.8
Mar 38.5 31.1 21.7
Apr 40.6 33.8 25.7
May 40.4 33.8 27.1
Jun 37.9 31.9 26.1
Jul 33.9 28.9 23.8
Aug 31.9 27.2 22.7
Sep 34.2 28.8 23.5
Oct 37.3 30.3 22.7
Nov 35.9 28 18.3
Dec 31.6 23.9 15.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Maradi 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 mid August with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

When can you find snow in Maradi? 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 Maradi.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Maradi (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 1% 0 0.1
May 7% 0 0.8
Jun 13% 0 1.9
Jul 27% 0 4.8
Aug 37% 0 8.2
Sep 17% 0 2.6
Oct 3% 0 0.5
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 1 0 0.3
May 7 0 2
Jun 13 0 4.8
Jul 27 0 12.2
Aug 37 0 20.8
Sep 17 0 6.6
Oct 3 0 1.3
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Maradi has some very humid months, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is March (8.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (70.8%).

Wind in Maradi is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is December, followed by January and March. December’s average wind speed of around 4.6 knots (5.3 MPH or 8.5 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 early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 10 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.3 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.8 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.9 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
May 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.5 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Jul 3 Barely noticeable 6.1 Gentle breeze
Aug 2 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Sep 1.8 Barely noticeable 4.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 2 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Nov 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 10.9%
Feb 9.6%
Mar 8.2%
Apr 16.9%
May 32.2%
Jun 44.1%
Jul 59.3%
Aug 70.8%
Sep 63.3%
Oct 37.1%
Nov 14%
Dec 12.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Maradi?

Our best data indicates this area is generally not safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are very strong travel warnings for Niger; avoid all travel. 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 Maradi, Niger is August, followed by June and May. 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 Maradi in September. 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 67.3 in September means 67.3% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Maradi Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very warm. Highs range from 105.7°F (40.9°C) and 98.3°F (36.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 2 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Maradi, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 100.2°F (37.9°C) and 91.9°F (33.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Maradi to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 98.7°F (37.1°C) and 84°F (28.9°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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