Climate

In the usual terms the climate in Niger is described as subtropical in the greatest part of the country and tropical to the south. Subtropical climates are characterized as very hot and very dry, while tropical climates are designated as wet and dry, otherwise called as savanna climates.

In the new Köppen climate classification, the climate in Niger is described as arid and semi arid. Arid means that there is not enough water to help plants grow, while semi arid climates are characterized by very hot summers and mild to warm winters.

Average temperature is at 20 degrees Celsius.

Weather in Niamey