February weather forecast
Jos, Nigeria

February

Weather in February

In February, the city experiences a minor change from January's pattern. Sweat-inducing high temperatures peak at 32.9°C (91.2°F); this increase in warmth complements the slightly elevated humidity, making it a season of twin merchandise for sunscreen and water bottle vendors. Despite the escalation in temperature, rain remains elusive, with locals patiently awaiting the onset of the wet season. The climatic theatre evolves in March as weather patterns display slight signs of change. However, February's conditions set Jos's trademark weather: sunny, warm, and arid.

Temperature

The commencement of February in Jos introduces an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Despite drastic daytime highs, Jos logs an average low-temperature reading of 16.1°C (61°F) throughout February.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 22%, February is the least humid month.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are February through October. February is the first month it rains. Throughout February, in the average 1.3 rainfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.3 rainfall days, and 1233mm (48.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Jos, Nigeria, is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of February in Jos, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:35 WAT.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in February?
In Jos, 32.9°C (91.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.1°C (61°F) is the average low-temperature during February.
What is the least humid month?
February is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 22%.
What is the average humidity in February in Jos?
In February, the average relative humidity in Jos is 22%.
When does it start to rain?
February is the first month it rains. Throughout February, in the average 1.3 rainfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in February?
In Jos, the average day length in February is 11h and 49min.
When are sunrise and sunset in February in Jos?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:35 WAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Jos have in February?
In February, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.
What is the UV index intensity in February?
In February, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average high temperature in February: 32.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 16.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°C).

Average pressure in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average pressure in February: 1010.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average humidity in February: 22%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (22%).

Average rainfall in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall in February: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (284mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.1 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average sunshine days in February: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June, July and August (0.2 days).

Average UV index in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average cloud cover in February: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in February
Jos, Nigeria
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).

englishespañol中文
Share