Bama, Nigeria
Borno State · Nigeria
Bama is a large city in Borno State, Nigeria with a population of 270,119. Elevation: 1,083 ft (330 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°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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People
Climate
| Population | 270,119 |
| 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 270,119. 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) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5213°N, 13.6895°E |
| 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 270,119 residents and is located in Nigeria..
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. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches.
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