The best times to visit Offa for ideal weather are

November 5th to March 25th

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

 

 


Other Offa Travel Info

Weather in Offa

Temperature

Average temperatures in Offa vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st 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 Offa, the hottest months are March, February, and then April. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid March where highs are regularly around 97.2°F (36.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 78°F (25.6°C) at night.

Offa Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Offa 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.

Offa Perceived Temperature (F)

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Offa Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Offa 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 93.5 82.2 69.9
Feb 96.1 86.2 76.6
Mar 96.6 87.2 77.1
Apr 93.7 85.5 76.4
May 90.5 83.1 74.8
Jun 87.4 80.5 74.2
Jul 83.9 77.8 72.1
Aug 82.8 77 71.6
Sep 85.2 78.3 72.2
Oct 86.9 79.3 72.4
Nov 92.7 82.6 72.7
Dec 93.1 82 69.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 34.2 27.9 21.1
Feb 35.6 30.1 24.8
Mar 35.9 30.7 25.1
Apr 34.3 29.7 24.7
May 32.5 28.4 23.8
Jun 30.8 26.9 23.4
Jul 28.8 25.4 22.3
Aug 28.2 25 22
Sep 29.6 25.7 22.3
Oct 30.5 26.3 22.4
Nov 33.7 28.1 22.6
Dec 33.9 27.8 20.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Offa are November, February, and then December. 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 to late September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of September 17th.

When can you find snow in Offa? 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 Offa.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Offa (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 1% 0 0.6
Feb 1% 0 0.1
Mar 2% 0 0.1
Apr 10% 0 1.7
May 13% 0 2.4
Jun 16% 0 4.1
Jul 15% 0 2.9
Aug 15% 0 4.3
Sep 30% 0 4.9
Oct 25% 0 3.3
Nov 1% 0 0.1
Dec 1% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 1.5
Feb 1 0 0.3
Mar 2 0 0.3
Apr 10 0 4.3
May 13 0 6.1
Jun 16 0 10.4
Jul 15 0 7.4
Aug 15 0 10.9
Sep 30 0 12.4
Oct 25 0 8.4
Nov 1 0 0.3
Dec 1 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Offa has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is January (39.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (80.4%).

Wind in Offa is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by July and August. April’s average wind speed of around 7 knots (8.1 MPH or 13 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 late March where average top sustained speeds reach 12.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.6 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 6.4 Light breeze 11.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 7 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
May 5.7 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Jul 6.5 Light breeze 11.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Sep 4.9 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.5 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.3 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 39.7%
Feb 43.5%
Mar 49.5%
Apr 60%
May 67.5%
Jun 73.9%
Jul 78.3%
Aug 80.4%
Sep 79.1%
Oct 77%
Nov 58.4%
Dec 41.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Offa?

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 Offa, Nigeria is December, followed by January 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 Offa in July. 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 56 in July means 56% of the tourists vs. December.

 

 

Overall Offa Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very warm. Highs range from 97.2°F (36.2°C) and 89.5°F (31.9°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 4 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 comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with about 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Offa, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 94.5°F (34.7°C) and 84.4°F (29.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 0 to 9 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 Offa to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 97°F (36.1°C) and 92.1°F (33.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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