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Biu, Nigeria

Borno State · Nigeria

Biu is a mid-size city in Borno State, Nigeria with a population of 95,005. Elevation: 2,500 ft (762 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

95,005 Population 36,681/sq mi density
2,500 ft Elevation 762 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone

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People

Population95,005
Density36,681/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation2,500 ft (762 m)
Population95,005
Population Density36,681 / sq mi
Elevation2,500 ft (762 m)
Coordinates10.6129°, 12.1946°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceBorno State
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (867 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Biu

Biu is a mid-size city in Nigeria (Borno State) with a population of 95,005. The city sits at an elevation of 2,500 feet (762 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.

Climate in Biu

Biu has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.1°C), the coldest is Dec (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1825 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.3°C / 76°F 13° / 37.4° 0.0
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 14.8° / 39.9° 0.7
Mar 30.7°C / 87°F 19.7° / 42.5° 17.6
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 21.8° / 42.6° 187.6
May 28.9°C / 84°F 22° / 38.6° 235.5
Jun 26.7°C / 80°F 21.1° / 35° 240.3
Jul 24.9°C / 77°F 20.7° / 32.2° 394.3
Aug 24°C / 75°F 19.7° / 29.5° 366.6
Sep 24.8°C / 77°F 20.2° / 31° 271.9
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 17.3° / 32.6° 86.0
Nov 24.4°C / 76°F 14.4° / 34.2° 24.4
Dec 23.2°C / 74°F 13° / 35.4° 0.4
Biu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,500 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above Nigeria avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,500 ft (762 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density36,681/sq mi
Coordinates10.6129°N, 12.1946°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Nigeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.69"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.9 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 3.2 in
June 80°F (26°C) 4.5 in
July 76°F (25°C) 8.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 9.7 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 6.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in

Biu has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 71°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and January the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Biu

Institution Type Founded Website
Nigerian Army University, Biu University - ,

Gas Stations in Biu

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NG #3842525031

Airports Near Biu

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bajoga Northeast Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Biu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
VTC Camp B

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lagos

Around Biu

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Hospitals 5
Supermarkets 1
Parks 1
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near Biu

3 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (3)
  • • Dutse Gidi Hill
  • • Gwaram Hill
  • • Kwa-Tila Hill

🇳🇬 About Nigeria

Capital Abuja
Population 195,874,740
Area 923,768 km²
GDP (USD) $487,387,801,881
GDP per capita $2,139
HDI 0.548
Life expectancy 54.5 years
Internet users 39.2%
Urban population 62.2%
Currency NGN (Naira)
Languages English
Calling code +234
TLD .ng
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Nigeria

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Workers' Day Workers' Day
May 27 Children's Day Children's Day
Jun 12 Democracy Day Democracy Day
Oct 1 National Day National Day
Nov 1 National Youth Day National Youth Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Biu

What is the population of Biu?

Biu has a population of 95,005 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 36,681 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Biu?

Biu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

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