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Arochukwu, Nigeria
Abia State · Nigeria
Arochukwu is a small city in Abia State, Nigeria with a population of 10,776. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Arochukwu
Arochukwu Local Government Area, sometimes referred to as Arochuku or Aro Oke Igbo is the third largest local government area in Abia State in southeastern Nigeria and homeland of the Igbo subgroup, Aro people. Arochukwu is in the Abia North senatorial district of Abia State, Nigeria.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,776 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.3894°, 7.9124° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Abia State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.0 inches (2,235 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Arochukwu
Arochukwu is a small city in Nigeria (Abia State) with a population of 10,776. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Arochukwu
Arochukwu has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.9°C), the coldest is Aug (25.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1417 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Area | 359.3 sq mi (930.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.3894°N, 7.9124°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Cameroon (192 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 13.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in |
Arochukwu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 88.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.4") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Arochukwu
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afrobeats Gospel Radio | african, afrobeats | MP3 | |
| Softlife Afrofusion Radio | afrobeats, afrofusion | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Obong Radio | afrobeats, amapiano | MP3 | |
| Afrofusion Gospel Radio | afrobeats, afrofusion | MP3 128 kbps |
Stadiums & Teams in Arochukwu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Ikot Ekpene Township Stadium |
Airports Near Arochukwu
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akwa Ibom International Airport | QUO | Medium Airport |
| Margaret Ekpo International Airport | CBQ | Medium Airport |
| Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport | QOW | Medium Airport |
| Eket Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Arochukwu?
Arochukwu has a population of 10,776 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 359.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arochukwu?
Arochukwu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.0 inches.