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Ajaokuta, Nigeria
Kogi State · Nigeria
Ajaokuta is a small city in Kogi State, Nigeria with a population of 15,144. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Ajaokuta
Ajaokuta is a Local Government Area in Kogi State, Nigeria and a town within it on the left bank of the Niger River. The headquarters of the LGA are in the town of Egayin in the south of the area at 6°40′11″N 8°48′19″E.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,144 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5623°, 6.6550° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kogi State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.0 inches (1,194 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ajaokuta
Ajaokuta is a small city in Nigeria (Kogi State) with a population of 15,144. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Ajaokuta
Ajaokuta has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.9°C), the coldest is Jan (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1517 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 171 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 605.5 sq mi (1,568.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5623°N, 6.6550°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in |
Ajaokuta has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.9") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Ajaokuta
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCL Staff Comprehensive Secondary School III | — | — | — | — |
| ASCL Staff Comprehensive Secondary School II | — | — | — | — |
| Ajaokuta Indian Language School | — | — | — | — |
| ASCL Staff Secondary School I | — | — | — | — |
| ASCL PRIMARY SCHOOL II | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ajaokuta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lokoja National Museum |
Libraries in Ajaokuta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stella Obasanjo Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ajaokuta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCo Camp Market | |||||
| BB Market | |||||
| JDP Market | |||||
| Muslim Market |
Restaurants in Ajaokuta
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ajaokuta
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ajaokuta
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ajaokuta
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ajaokuta
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ajaokuta
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ajaokuta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lokoja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ajaokuta
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| LIVING FAITH CHURCH | |
| Redeemed Christian Church of God | |
| St. Peter's Catholic Church | |
| TOWNSHIP CENTRAL MOSQUE |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ajaokuta?
Ajaokuta has a population of 15,144 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 605.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ajaokuta?
Ajaokuta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches.