Aso Rock
Aso Rock is a granite mountain reaching an elevation of 936 meters. It is one of the most looked-up sights in Nigeria, located 6 kilometers from the capital city of Abuja.
Planning a visit
The dry season, spanning from November to March, is the most suitable time for a visit. During these months, rainfall is minimal, with January and December experiencing almost no rainy days, while daily high temperatures range from 31 °C to 34 °C. The rainy season begins in April and peaks between July and September, when rain falls on 26 to 27 days each month and temperatures are cooler, with highs around 26 °C to 28 °C.
To reach Aso Rock, travelers can fly into Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, which is approximately 31 kilometers away. Once in the city, the site is 6 kilometers from the center. Nearby points of interest include the Abuja National Mosque, located 5.4 kilometers away, and Zuma Rock, which is 33.6 kilometers away.
Weather by month
The warmest month is March, with an average high of 34 °C. The wettest is August, with about 356 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 33 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 30 | 28 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 31 | 32 |
| Average low, °C | 20 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Rainfall, mm | 2 | 3 | 23 | 78 | 157 | 214 | 288 | 356 | 259 | 147 | 9 | 2 |
| Rainy days | 0 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 21 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 21 | 3 | 0 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
