Arlit, Niger
Agadez · Niger
Arlit is a mid-size city in Agadez, Niger with a population of 78,651. Elevation: 1,388 ft (423 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Arlit
Arlit is an industrial town and capital of the Arlit Department of the Agadez Region of northern-central Niger, built between the Sahara Desert and the eastern edge of the Aïr Mountains. It is 200 kilometers south by road from the border with Algeria. As of 2012, the commune had a total population of 79,725 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 78,651 |
| Population Density | 261 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,388 ft (423 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.7369°, 7.3853° |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
| Country | 🇳🇪 Niger |
| State / Province | Agadez |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.9 inches (48 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Arlit
Arlit is a mid-size city in Niger (Agadez) with a population of 78,651. The city sits at an elevation of 1,388 feet (423 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Niamey.
Climate in Arlit
Arlit has an average annual temperature of 28.9°C (84°F). The hottest month is Jun (36.1°C), the coldest is Jan (19.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 136 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.3°F |
| 54% above Niger avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,388 ft (423 m) |
| Area | 301.6 sq mi (781.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 261/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.7369°N, 7.3853°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Niamey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Todra Volcanic Field (166 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Todra Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,780 m (5,840 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 94°F (34°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 95°F (35°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 91°F (33°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 90°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in |
Arlit has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 67°F in January to 95°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 1.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Arlit
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| le Tarat | - | - | - | - |
| Centre privé de Santé Publique (CPSP AKOMILI Arlit) | - | - | - | - |
| CEG | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Nord | - | - | - | - |
| CES Bachir Baderi | - | - | - | - |
| CEG | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Arlit
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| السوق المركزي أرليت |
Monuments in Arlit
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Arlit
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Arlit
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Arlit
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arlit Airport | RLT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Arlit
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Camp Cadre | |
| Chawey Mosque | |
| Chawey Mosquee | |
| mosquée IDI DE LA FETE |
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Meteorites Near Arlit
4 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Arlit.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Arlit | 2002 | |
| Tassédet 001 | 2001 | |
| Tassédet 002 | 2001 | |
| Tassédet 003 | 2001 |
Quick Facts
Around Arlit
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇳🇪 About Niger
Public Holidays in Niger
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Arlit
What is the population of Arlit?
Arlit has a population of 78,651 residents and is located in Niger. The population density is 261 people per square mile, spread across 301.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arlit?
Arlit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 1.9 inches.
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