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Bama, Nigeria
Borno State · Nigeria
Bama is a large city in Borno State, Nigeria with a population of 118,121. Elevation: 1,083 ft (330 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 118,121 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5213°, 13.6895° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Borno State |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.1 inches (612 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bama
Bama is a large city in Nigeria (Borno State) with a population of 118,121. The city sits at an elevation of 1,083 feet (330 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Bama
Bama has an average annual temperature of 28.8°C (84°F). The hottest month is May (34.2°C), the coldest is Jan (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 464 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.8°F |
| 51% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Area | 1,929.4 sq mi (4,997.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5213°N, 13.6895°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Bama has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 74°F in January to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Clinics in Bama
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bama
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maiduguri International Airport | MIU | Large Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Bama
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇳🇬 About Nigeria
Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bama
What is the population of Bama?
Bama has a population of 118,121 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 1,929.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bama?
Bama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches.