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Anka, Nigeria
Zamfara State · Nigeria
Anka is a small city in Zamfara State, Nigeria with a population of 11,641. Elevation: 1,043 ft (318 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 11,641 |
| Population Density | 208 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.1135°, 5.9268° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Zamfara State |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (806 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Anka
Anka is a small city in Nigeria (Zamfara State) with a population of 11,641. The city sits at an elevation of 1,043 feet (318 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Anka
Anka has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.6°C), the coldest is Dec (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1008 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.5°F |
| 51% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 55.9 sq mi (144.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 208/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.1135°N, 5.9268°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Anka has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 75°F in January to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Castles in Anka
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Anka
What is the population of Anka?
Anka has a population of 11,641 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 208 people per square mile, spread across 55.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Anka?
Anka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.