Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BCU
ICAO Code
DNBC
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport serves the city of Bauchi in north-central Nigeria. It is a small regional airport handling mainly domestic and occasional regional flights rather than large international traffic.

Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport
Elevation: 598 m
10.4828, 9.7440

Getting to and From Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport #

Ground transport is road-based only: taxis and private cars are the usual options to reach Bauchi city; travel time to the city centre is typically around 20-40 minutes depending on traffic and exact pickup/drop-off point.

  • Taxis / Cars: Local taxis and boda-style motorbikes operate to and from the airport; negotiate or agree a fare before departure.
  • Buses / Shared transport: Limited or irregular; most passengers use taxis or private cars.
  • Driving: The airport is a short drive from Bauchi; expect variable road conditions outside peak urban routes.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport #

The terminal is small with basic facilities: simple check-in and security, a passenger waiting area and limited food/drink options. Expect limited retail, limited or no fast-food chains, and basic restroom facilities. Wi‑Fi and charging points may be minimal or unavailable; accessibility and dedicated business lounges are unlikely. Luggage storage is generally not provided at very small regional terminals.

Tips for Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport #

  • Carry cash (NGN) on arrival - ATMs and card acceptance at small regional Nigerian airports can be limited.
  • Arrange or agree taxi fare before leaving: pre-paid taxi counters may not be available; confirm price to Bauchi town.
  • Expect limited food and shops outside peak hours - buy snacks in town if you have a long wait.

Weather & Climate near Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport #

Climate

Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport'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. Moderate rainfall (988 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 151 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

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 30°
21%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.5 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 17°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
17° 32°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.9 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 20°C. Almost no rain.

93 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
20° 35°
19%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.7 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 (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
23° 37°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 30°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

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

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
2.8 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 (137 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (218 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 28°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

218 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (263 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

263 mm
Rainfall
2.1 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 (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 31°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
17° 32°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.4 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 15°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 31°
27%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

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

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