All Countries
Aku, Nigeria
Enugu State · Nigeria
Aku is a mid-size city in Enugu State, Nigeria with a population of 73,742. Elevation: 981 ft (299 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Aku, Nigeria
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Aku
Aku is a larger town in Enugu State, Nigeria. It is located in Igbo Etiti Local Government Area.
Aku is known for agriculture and cultural practices such as their Odo festival.
People
Climate
| Population | 73,742 |
| Population Density | 565 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 981 ft (299 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.7090°, 7.3183° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Enugu State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.0 inches (1,549 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Aku
Aku is a mid-size city in Nigeria (Enugu State) with a population of 73,742. The city sits at an elevation of 981 feet (299 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Aku
Aku has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.4°C), the coldest is Aug (25.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1307 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 981 ft (299 m) |
| Area | 130.5 sq mi (337.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 565/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.7090°N, 7.3183°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Aku has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 61.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.0") and December the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Aku
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| URBAN RADIO ENUGU | - | MP3 | |
| Godfrey Okoye University Radio 106.9fm | - | MP3 |
Museums in Aku
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enugu's National Museum of Unity |
Libraries in Aku
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nnamdi Azikiwe Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Aku
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abakpa Market | |||||
| Abakpa Market | |||||
| Abakpa Market | |||||
| Afor Opi N'ato | |||||
| Market Square | |||||
| Market Square | |||||
| Ogige Market | |||||
| Timber market Abakpa | |||||
| Timber market Abakpa | |||||
| Victory Plaza | |||||
| Victory Plaza |
Stadiums & Teams in Aku
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Aku
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akanu Ibiam International Airport | ENU | Large Airport |
| Asaba International Airport | ABB | Large Airport |
| Chinua Achebe International Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Aku
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alfa Medical Center | ||
| Carolina Specialist Clinic | ||
| Chinwendu Clinic & Maternity | ||
| GTC Clinic Enugu | ||
| Hiltops Clinics | ||
| Justin Gray Infirmary | ||
| Kamsiyochukwu Clinic Maternity | ||
| Lotanna Clinic | ||
| Neuro Spinal Clinic |
Quick Facts
Around Aku
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Aku
2 places within 15 km
- • Unyasu Primary School Playing Ground
- • CLOUD-9 APARTMENT, Judges Enclave, Ahinsa Khand 2
🇳🇬 About Nigeria
Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Aku
What is the population of Aku?
Aku has a population of 73,742 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 565 people per square mile, spread across 130.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aku?
Aku has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.0 inches.