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Baissa, Nigeria
Taraba State · Nigeria
Baissa is a small city in Taraba State, Nigeria with a population of 8,911. Elevation: 814 ft (248 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 8,911 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.2309°, 10.6244° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Taraba State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.5 inches (1,563 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Baissa
Baissa is a small city in Nigeria (Taraba State) with a population of 8,911. The city sits at an elevation of 814 feet (248 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Area | 1,932.1 sq mi (5,004.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.2309°N, 10.6244°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 75.0 m (246 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1986 | LAKE NYOS | Astronomical | 75.0 m | 1,700 | 110 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 110 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (110 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Baissa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 61.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and December the driest (0.1").
Hotels in Baissa
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Baissa
What is the population of Baissa?
Baissa has a population of 8,911 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,932.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Baissa?
Baissa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.