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Apapa, Nigeria

Lagos · Nigeria

Apapa is a small town in Lagos, Nigeria with a population of 0. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

30 ft Elevation 9 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
57.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone

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About Apapa

Apapa

Apapa is a Local Government Area in Lagos, Nigeria located to the west of Lagos Island on the mouth of the Lagos Lagoon. Apapa is home to a number of port facilities operated by the Nigerian Ports Authority, including the Apapa Port Complex and Tin Can Island Port. Together these serve as the country's largest and busiest maritime gateways for international trade. Beyond its maritime infrastructure, the district is a major industrial hub containing significant refineries, warehouses, and the headquarters of several major shipping and logistics companies. While largely commercial, Apapa also features residential areas, including a Government Reserved Area (GRA), though the region is frequently defined by the heavy vehicular traffic associated with its intensive port operations.

People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates6.4488°, 3.3590°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceLagos
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation57.8 inches (1,468 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Apapa

Apapa is a small town in Nigeria (Lagos) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.

Apapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above Nigeria avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates6.4488°N, 3.3590°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.8"
52% above Nigeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.80"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4.

Sep 11, 2009 13 km NNE of Abomey-Calavi, Benin M4.4 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in Driest
February 83°F (29°C) 1.6 in
March 84°F (29°C) 3.3 in Warmest
April 83°F (28°C) 5.3 in
May 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 11.8 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 8.2 in
August 78°F (25°C) 3.3 in Coldest
September 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.0 in
November 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in

Apapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 59.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.8") and January the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Apapa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sea School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Apapa

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 Apapa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aircraft
Didi Museum
Lasu Museum
National Museum
National Museum

Libraries in Apapa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Covenant University Center for Learning Resources0.0
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 Apapa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ajah 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
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

Hotels in Apapa

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carliza
Rockview

Theme Parks in Apapa

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apapa Amusement Park

Train Stations in Apapa

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asiwaju Bola Tinubu Station

Gas Stations in Apapa

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NG #746662212
NG #786535506

Stadiums & Teams in Apapa

TeamLeagueDivision
Campos Memorial Mini Stadium
Lagos National Stadium
Mobolaji Johnson Arena

Airports Near Apapa

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Murtala Muhammed International AirportLOSLarge Airport

Treatment Centers in Apapa

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

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lagos
Postal Code
101252

🇳🇬 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 Apapa

What is the weather like in Apapa?

Apapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.8 inches.

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