Climate for Station: Tillabery, Tillaberi, Niger

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Niamey, Niger

2026-03-01 03:26

24.1°C

Feels 23.2°C

H: 36.2°C / L: 21.8°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 16.6 kph

▼ 1.6°C vs historical high

Clear

2026-03-02

H: 36.9°C

L: 22.7°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 40kph

▼ 1.1°C

2026-03-03

H: 38.1°C

L: 23°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 32kph

▲ 0.1°C

2026-03-04

H: 38.1°C

L: 23.9°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 38.5kph

▼ 0.0°C

2026-03-05

H: 38.9°C

L: 23.1°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 31kph

▲ 0.4°C

2026-03-06

H: 39.5°C

L: 22.8°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 28.8kph

▲ 1.0°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Tillabery, located in Niger, is experiencing a complex climate narrative, marked by a significant increase in temperature extremes and concentrated precipitation patterns. The region's all-time warming trend is modest, yet the recent decade shows a more pronounced rise in temperature, suggesting potential challenges for local climate adaptation strategies.

Geographical and Climatic Context

Tillabery, situated at 14.22°N, 1.45°E, is characterised by a hot desert climate under the Köppen classification. The region's climate is heavily influenced by its proximity to the Sahel, where the Sahara Desert's arid conditions meet the more humid tropical zones. This geographical setting contributes to the area's extreme temperature variations and precipitation patterns. The Niger River, a significant geographical feature, provides some moderation in local climate conditions but is not sufficient to counteract the broader arid influences.

Temperature Trends: A Decade of Rapid Change

In the last decade, Tillabery has witnessed a notable increase in temperature extremes. Highs have risen by 0.67°C (1.21°F), while lows have increased by 0.25°C (0.45°F). This recent warming trend is more pronounced than the all-time trends, where highs have increased by only 0.06°C (0.11°F). This suggests a recent acceleration in temperature rise, potentially linked to broader regional climate changes. The all-time lows, however, show a more significant increase of 0.34°C (0.61°F), indicating a warming trend during cooler periods as well.

Precipitation Patterns: Increasing Concentration

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Tillabery has shown a significant increase from a baseline of 26.0 to a current value of 36.4. This indicates that precipitation events have become more concentrated, with rain falling in fewer, more intense events. Such a pattern can lead to challenges in water management and agriculture, as the region may experience prolonged dry spells interrupted by intense rainfall, exacerbating the risk of both droughts and floods.

Temperature Extremes: Record Highs and Lows

The region records extreme temperatures, with a maximum of 49.8°C (121.6°F) and a minimum of 5.6°C (42.1°F). These extremes highlight the harsh climatic conditions faced by the region, where both heatwaves and cooler periods can present challenges to the local population and ecosystems. The disparity between these extremes underscores the need for robust climate adaptation strategies.

Regional Implications and Climate Goals

Niger's regional climate goals focus on mitigating the impacts of climate change through sustainable practices and adaptation strategies. The trends observed in Tillabery, with increasing temperature extremes and concentrated precipitation, underscore the urgency of these goals. Recent weather events, such as flash floods and prolonged heatwaves, further highlight the need for comprehensive climate resilience planning in the region.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.67 °C/decade

Low: +0.25 °C/decade

Rain: +0.15 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.18 °C/decade

Low: +0.38 °C/decade

Rain: +0.08 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.27 °C/decade

Low: +0.25 °C/decade

Rain: +0.04 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.06 °C/decade

Low: +0.34 °C/decade

Rain: -0.00 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 52.9%

This Year: 76.6%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 36.4

Historical Average: 26.0

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 78^th percentile

Low: 84^th percentile

Rain: 80^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: +2.7%

Low: -13.5%

Intraday: -22.6%

Data Coverage

82.9%

First Year of Data

1933

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	49.8 °C	—	22.6 °C	41.8 °C	—	16.5 °C	35.2 °C	—	5.6 °C	118.7 mm	—	—	—
January	42.0 °C	32.7 °C	22.8 °C	35.2 °C	25.2 °C	16.5 °C	26.3 °C	17.0 °C	7.2 °C	1.3 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
February	43.5 °C	35.8 °C	22.6 °C	37.2 °C	28.1 °C	19.8 °C	30.4 °C	19.3 °C	5.6 °C	30.7 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
March	45.0 °C	39.4 °C	27.0 °C	38.2 °C	32.0 °C	23.1 °C	31.8 °C	22.9 °C	11.2 °C	34.5 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
April	48.5 °C	41.9 °C	31.7 °C	41.8 °C	34.8 °C	25.8 °C	35.2 °C	25.8 °C	14.8 °C	52.2 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
May	48.5 °C	41.8 °C	31.4 °C	40.7 °C	35.3 °C	26.0 °C	33.2 °C	27.9 °C	17.4 °C	98.5 mm	0.7 mm	—	—
June	49.8 °C	39.0 °C	27.8 °C	39.9 °C	33.2 °C	24.6 °C	33.4 °C	26.8 °C	16.8 °C	94.9 mm	2.0 mm	—	—
July	43.0 °C	35.5 °C	25.2 °C	36.8 °C	30.5 °C	24.6 °C	31.0 °C	24.9 °C	15.2 °C	79.7 mm	4.2 mm	—	—
August	44.4 °C	33.5 °C	23.6 °C	36.6 °C	29.0 °C	22.3 °C	29.8 °C	23.9 °C	14.2 °C	118.7 mm	6.0 mm	—	—
September	43.2 °C	35.4 °C	25.8 °C	37.1 °C	30.3 °C	23.8 °C	29.6 °C	24.4 °C	17.5 °C	72.9 mm	2.7 mm	—	—
October	45.5 °C	38.5 °C	29.6 °C	37.5 °C	31.8 °C	25.2 °C	29.6 °C	23.9 °C	14.2 °C	53.6 mm	0.5 mm	—	—
November	41.5 °C	37.1 °C	28.4 °C	36.8 °C	29.4 °C	21.5 °C	28.6 °C	20.3 °C	10.0 °C	9.5 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
December	40.5 °C	33.6 °C	23.6 °C	33.3 °C	26.0 °C	18.2 °C	26.9 °C	17.6 °C	6.6 °C	3.6 mm	0.0 mm	—	—