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Bukuru, Nigeria
Plateau State · Nigeria
Bukuru is a small city in Plateau State, Nigeria with a population of 15,540. Elevation: 4,190 ft (1,277 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bukuru
Bukuru is a city located on the Jos Plateau in Nigeria. It was previously considered a separate city from the city of Jos close by, but like every other form of urbanization, the city of Jos has merged with the town of Bukuru to form the Jos-Bukuru metropolis. It is the headquarters of Jos South Local Government Area.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,540 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,190 ft (1,277 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.7940°, 8.8640° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Plateau State |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.0 inches (1,244 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bukuru
Bukuru is a small city in Nigeria (Plateau State) with a population of 15,540. The city sits at an elevation of 4,190 feet (1,277 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Bukuru
Bukuru has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1375 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.0°F |
| 31% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,190 ft (1,277 m) |
| Area | 256.3 sq mi (663.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.7940°N, 8.8640°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 10.1 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 11.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in |
Bukuru has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in January to 77°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 49.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bukuru
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope High Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Maranatha Academy & Mt Tabor International Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Glory Land Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Educare Private Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Founders Internationa school | - | - | - | - |
| Evangel Private School | - | - | - | - |
| Rhemaville Christian Academy | - | - | - | - |
| rhemaville | - | - | - | - |
| ziebok High school | - | - | - | - |
| creative minds Internationa school | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Bukuru
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jos Museum |
Libraries in Bukuru
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Camp Library | 0.0 | |||||
| university of jos, library | 0.0 | |||||
| university of jos, library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bukuru
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angwan Rukuba Park | |||||
| Building Materials | |||||
| Kasuwan Mata | |||||
| Kasuwan Mata | |||||
| Katako Timber Shed | |||||
| Katako Timber Shed | |||||
| Katako Yan Gwanjo | |||||
| Katako Yan Gwanjo | |||||
| Terminus |
Hotels in Bukuru
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bukuru
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bukuru
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bukuru
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bukuru
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bukuru
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bukuru
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yakubu Gowon Airport | JOS | Medium Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bukuru
54 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Abrar clinic and maternity | ||
| Adventist Medical Center | ||
| Aibeth Centre | ||
| Al Afrah Health Care Centre | ||
| Al Fauzan clinic | ||
| Al-Zunnur Clinic and Maternity | ||
| Albarka Clinic | ||
| Albishir Clinic | ||
| Alheri Health clinic & Maternity | ||
| Apex Clinic | ||
| Asibitin Salisu | ||
| Ben-Dominics Dental Surgery clinic | ||
| Blessed clinic | ||
| Caring Hands Clinic & Maternity | ||
| Dan kasheari medical store | ||
| Ecwa health clinic | ||
| Ecwa Health Clinic & Maternity | ||
| Excellence Medical center Bida Bidi Jos | ||
| Fudawa Clinic | ||
| G. 9 First Healthcare Clinic | ||
| G. Medical | ||
| Glory Clinic and Maternity | ||
| Glory Clinic and Maternity | ||
| Goshen Medical Center Furaka | ||
| John Pofi Foundation Medical Center Fudawa | ||
| Jordan Eye 👀 | ||
| Kauna health clinic and maternity | ||
| Kudar Clinic And Maternity | ||
| La tahzan clinic and maternity | ||
| Lafiya clinic and maternity | ||
| Lamingo Medical Center | ||
| Maman Gimbiya clinic kabong | ||
| Micki-Mike Medicine store | ||
| Naraguta health clinic | ||
| Nas Pharmacy and stores | ||
| Nasiha clinic and Maternity | ||
| Nigerian police clinic | ||
| Pax herbal clinic | ||
| PHC Mazah | ||
| Plateau State primary health care | ||
| Plateau State primary health care clinic Fomwan | ||
| Primary Health Care (P. H. C) | ||
| Primary Health care centre | ||
| Primary Health care clinic | ||
| Primary health care tudu wada | ||
| Primary Health Centre Jenta Adamu | ||
| Primary health clinic ikukkumung | ||
| Primary Healthcare Clinic Gamajigo | ||
| Rayville radiology | ||
| Total health care | ||
| Ultima Hospital and maternity Jos | ||
| UMM clinic kabong | ||
| Yanawo Clinic and Maternity Farin Gada Jos | ||
| Young People's home |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bukuru
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembles of God | |
| Cocin church Kufang | |
| Cocin Dashik | |
| COCIN LCC Church compund | |
| COCIN LCC dadin Kowa | |
| Deeper life Bible church | |
| Destiny Chapel | |
| ECWA goodnews | |
| Govt House Chapel | |
| Living Faith Church | |
| living stone assembly | |
| RCCG, Breakthrough House, Zawan | |
| Redeem Christian church of God |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bukuru
What is the population of Bukuru?
Bukuru has a population of 15,540 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 256.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bukuru?
Bukuru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.0 inches.