N'Djamena, Chad Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of N'Djamena
Located in Chad, N'Djamena experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate with year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Afternoon temperatures peak near 106°F (41°C) in May and dip to about 90°F (32°C) in January, with around 20.9 inches (532 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: May - highs near 106°F (41°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 90°F (32°C)
- Record high: 114°F (46°C) · Record low: 50°F (10°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (22 rainy days) · Sunniest: April (11.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on May. Highs average 106°F (41°C) and overnight lows stay near 84°F (29°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 90°F (32°C) and lows around 63°F (17°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 114°F (46°C) and dropped as low as 50°F (10°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 9.9 inches (251 mm) of rain over 22 days, while January is the driest. April brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.2 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 90° | 63° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.8 h/day | 17% |
| February | 95° | 67° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.9 h/day | 13% |
| March | 104° | 77° | 0 | 0.1 in | 11.0 h/day | 12% |
| April | 107° | 81° | 0 | 0.0 in | 11.2 h/day | 15% |
| May | 106° | 84° | 2 | 0.2 in | 11.0 h/day | 31% |
| June | 100° | 81° | 7 | 1.3 in | 10.4 h/day | 50% |
| July | 92° | 77° | 16 | 4.7 in | 9.4 h/day | 69% |
| August | 86° | 74° | 22 | 9.9 in | 8.4 h/day | 82% |
| September | 90° | 75° | 12 | 3.9 in | 9.8 h/day | 77% |
| October | 96° | 75° | 4 | 0.8 in | 10.6 h/day | 49% |
| November | 97° | 71° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.9 h/day | 22% |
| December | 91° | 65° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.6 h/day | 20% |
N'Djamena month by month
N'Djamena weather in January
January brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), about 0 wet days - typically the coldest month and the driest month of the year in N'Djamena.
N'Djamena weather in February
February brings highs around 95°F (35°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), about 0 wet days.
N'Djamena weather in March
March brings highs around 104°F (40°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 0 wet days.
N'Djamena weather in April
April brings highs around 107°F (42°C), lows near 81°F (27°C), about 0 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in N'Djamena.
N'Djamena weather in May
May brings highs around 106°F (41°C), lows near 84°F (29°C), about 2 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in N'Djamena.
N'Djamena weather in June
June brings highs around 100°F (38°C), lows near 81°F (27°C), about 7 wet days.
N'Djamena weather in July
July brings highs around 92°F (34°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 16 wet days.
N'Djamena weather in August
August brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 74°F (24°C), about 22 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in N'Djamena.
N'Djamena weather in September
September brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 12 wet days.
N'Djamena weather in October
October brings highs around 96°F (36°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 4 wet days.
N'Djamena weather in November
November brings highs around 97°F (36°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 0 wet days.
N'Djamena weather in December
December brings highs around 91°F (33°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 0 wet days.
Seasons in N'Djamena
March through May
March through May in N'Djamena brings serious heat, with daytime highs averaging 106°F (41°C) and nights around 81°F (27°C); precipitation is infrequent.
June through August
June through August in N'Djamena turns very hot, with daytime highs averaging 93°F (34°C) and nights around 78°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 46 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in N'Djamena brings serious heat, with daytime highs averaging 94°F (35°C) and nights around 74°F (23°C); rain falls on about 16 days over the three months.
December through February
December through February in N'Djamena brings serious heat, with daytime highs averaging 92°F (33°C) and nights around 65°F (18°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit N'Djamena
The best time to visit N'Djamena is generally September to November and January to February, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 95°F (35°C).
Pack for N'Djamena with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; rain gear if you travel around August. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - May nights average 84°F (29°C).
N'Djamena temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.