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Alimosho, Nigeria

Lagos · Nigeria

Alimosho is a large city in Lagos, Nigeria with a population of 308,290. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

308,290 Population 3,972/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
57.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone

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About Alimosho

Alimosho

Alimosho is a Local Government Area in Lagos State, Nigeria with the largest population of about 4,082,900 which is according to Population [2019] – Projection The 2006 Census says the population was 1,288,714.

People

Population308,290
Density3,972/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Population308,290
Population Density3,972 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates6.6066°, 3.3024°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceLagos
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation57.0 inches (1,447 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alimosho

Alimosho is a large city in Nigeria (Lagos) with a population of 308,290. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.

Climate in Alimosho

Alimosho has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1687 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 43.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 93.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 178.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 223.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 364.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 292.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 103.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 160.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 146.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 14.0
Alimosho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above Nigeria avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area77.6 sq mi (201.0 km²)
Population Density3,972/sq mi
Coordinates6.6066°N, 3.3024°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.0"
50% above Nigeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.26"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M0.0 on Sep 11, 2009.

Sep 11, 2009 13 km NNE of Abomey-Calavi, Benin M4.4 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in
March 84°F (29°C) 3.2 in Warmest
April 84°F (29°C) 5.3 in
May 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in
June 80°F (26°C) 11.3 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in
August 78°F (26°C) 3.2 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in
November 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in

Alimosho has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.3") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Alimosho

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Our Savior /Mary Primary School, Odokwu
Ansar Ud Deen Primary School Ii, Alaagba
Rauf Aregbesola Primary School
Queen Maris Group of Schools
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Radio Stations near Alimosho

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bond 92.9 FM MP3 64 kbps
Nigerian Gospel Music Radio (MP3) christian, gospel MP3
MajorFM 80s, dj mixes MP3
Air Gospel MP3
The Today Africa Radio rock MP3
Konga103.7FM business, commerce MP3 96 kbps
Air Radio MP3
GoRadio MP3 192 kbps
GoRadio ng afrobeat, gospel MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Alimosho

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aircraft
Didi Museum
Lasu Museum
National Museum
National Museum

Libraries in Alimosho

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Covenant University Center for Learning Resources0.0
Library0.0
Pan African Research Centre0.0
Pan African Research Centre0.0
Pan African Research Centre0.0
Pan African Research Centre0.0
Pan African Research Centre0.0
Unilag Main Library0.0
Unilag Main Library0.0
Unilag Main Library0.0
Unilag Main Library0.0
Unilag Main Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Alimosho

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arigbajo Market
Ashade Market
Bola kasim market
Bola kasim market
Boundary Market
Cattle market
Community market
Community market
Ebute Ero Market
Iddo Market
Igando Market
Ile Epo Market
Iponri Market
Jakande Market
Jankara Market
Kara Market
Ketu Market
Ladipo Market
Mami Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Market
Mile 12 Market
New Oniru Market
Obuzu Market
Obuzu Market
Obuzu Market
Obuzu Market
Onigbongbo Market
Owode oniri market
Owode oniri market
Owode Onirin Market
Plank Market
Sabo Market
solomon banjo plaza
solomon banjo plaza
Temidire Dopemu Market

Clinics in Alimosho

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crystal Specialist Hospital

Bus Stations in Alimosho

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Liberty Bus-Stop
NG #1321839817
NG #734438177

Gas Stations in Alimosho

13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Afro-American Wealth Oil and Gaz
Crystal
Forte Oil
Forte Oil
Mao
Mobil
NG #781523667
NG #792690491
NG #792690506
NNPC filing station
Total
Ultimate
Zone 4 Energy

Banks in Alimosho

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GTBank

Stadiums & Teams in Alimosho

TeamLeagueDivision
Campos Memorial Mini Stadium
Lagos National Stadium
Mobolaji Johnson Arena

Airports Near Alimosho

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Murtala Muhammed International AirportLOSLarge Airport

Post Offices in Alimosho

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Honeywell Flourmills Plc, Ikeja Plant.

Treatment Centers in Alimosho

47 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adeniji Adele PHC
Adeniji Adele PHC
Adeniji Adele PHC
Adeniji Adele PHC
Adeniji Adele PHC
Agboyi primary health Centre (PHC)
Agboyi primary health Centre (PHC)
Anikantamo Health Post
Anikantamo Health Post
Anikantamo Health Post
Anikantamo Health Post
Anikantamo Health Post
Carry medical clinic
Donas Hospital
Geo Medical Center
Geo Medical Center
Geo Medical Center
Geo Medical Center
Geo Medical Center
Gilgal Dental Clinics
Gilgal Dental Clinics
Josemaria specialist clinic
Oke Ari Health Post
Oke Ari Health Post
Oke Ari Health Post
Oke Ari Health Post
Oke Ari Health Post
Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre
Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre
Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre
Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre
Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre
Rivet
Rivet
Rivet
Rivet
Rivet
Runsewe Hospital
Runsewe Hospital
Runsewe Hospital
Runsewe Hospital
Runsewe Hospital
Zenith PHC
Zenith PHC
Zenith PHC
Zenith PHC
Zenith PHC

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alimosho

44 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Apostolic Faith
Bishop Irunsewe Kale Memorial Anglican Church
Catholic Church
Celestial Church of Christ
Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church
Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church
Christ Apostolic Church CAC
Christ Apostolic Church Oke-Igbala
Christ Family Bible Church, HQ
Christ Gospel apostolic Church
Christ Gospel apostolic Church
Deeper Life Bible Church
Destiny Revival Church
Divine Intervention Ministries Liberation Assembly
Divine Intervention Ministries Liberation Assembly
Foursquare Gospel Church
Foursquare Gospel Church
GracePlace Lagos
Jesus In His Mightiness Global Church
KICC Prayer dome
Living Word Church
Living Word Church
Loyalty House International
Mountain of Fire Miracle Ministeries
New Life Gospel Mission
Redeemed Christian Church of God
Reedeem Christian Church of God - Victory Chapel
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Sanctuary of Wonders
Seventh Day Adventist Church
St. John The Evangelist
St. Sabinas Catholic Church
The Apostolic Church, LAWNA
The Foursquare Gospel Church
The Lord's Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministry
The Redeemed Chrisitian Church of God
The Redeemed Chrisitian Church of God
The Redeemed Christian Church of God
The Redeemed Christian Church of God
The Redeemed Christian Church of God, City of David Area Lagos Province 13
The Redeemed Evangelical Mission
The Redemption Church of Christ Evangelical Ministry Inc
The United Church of Christ
White Garment Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lagos
Elevation
39 m (128 ft)
Area
49.9 km² (19.3 mi²)
Founded
15
Postal Code
100271
Website
ikeja.lg.gov.ng/

Around Alimosho

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 22
Hospitals 52
Restaurants 2
Bars 6
Supermarkets 1
Banks 9
Museums 2
Hotels 2
Parks 2

Things to See Near Alimosho

1 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Baale House

🇳🇬 About Nigeria

Capital Abuja
Population 195,874,740
Area 923,768 km²
GDP (USD) $487,387,801,881
GDP per capita $2,139
HDI 0.548
Life expectancy 54.5 years
Internet users 39.2%
Urban population 62.2%
Currency NGN (Naira)
Languages English
Calling code +234
TLD .ng
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Nigeria

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
May 27 Children's Day Children's Day
Jun 12 Democracy Day Democracy Day
Oct 1 National Day National Day
Nov 1 National Youth Day National Youth Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alimosho

What is the population of Alimosho?

Alimosho has a population of 308,290 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 3,972 people per square mile, spread across 77.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alimosho?

Alimosho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches.

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