Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium

Stadium Multi-use stadium and national football venue in Bauchi

Named for Nigeria’s first prime minister, the Bauchi stadium hosts football matches and regional events. Sports fans come for league fixtures and the stadium’s role in local gatherings.

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium is a multi-use stadium located in Bauchi State, Nigeria, named after the country’s first prime minister.

The facility is used mainly for football fixtures and regional sporting events and serves as the home venue for local teams.

The stadium was named in honor of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa; it has hosted domestic league matches and regional competitions.

The stadium sits in the city of Bauchi and functions as one of the city’s principal sporting venues.

  • Primary use: Named for Nigeria's first prime minister, the stadium is used primarily for football matches and is the home ground for local clubs.
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium
Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria (stadium complex address varies)
10.3194, 9.8353

How to Get to Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium #

Bauchi is accessible by road from larger Nigerian cities; local transport options and taxis serve the stadium on event days. Check with local authorities for event schedules.

Tips for Visiting Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium #

  • Event schedules vary-contact local authorities for big-match days and ticketing.
  • Security is often increased on match days; arrive early if attending events.
  • If travelling during national tournaments, book accommodation well in advance due to demand.

Best Time to Visit Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium #

Dry season for most reliable match scheduling and travel conditions.

Dry season
November-March · 20-32°C (68-90°F)
Cooler and dustier; better for outdoor sporting events.
Rainy season
April-October · 22-34°C (72-93°F)
Heavy rains may affect pitch condition and scheduling.

Weather & Climate near Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium #

Climate

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 15°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1014 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 152 Unhealthy
Best Time to Visit
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 31°
21%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.

93 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°
19%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
23° 36°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 30°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
23° 34°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

142 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (219 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

219 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (258 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

258 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

181 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 31°
27%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

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