Buruku, Nigeria
Benue State · Nigeria
Buruku is a large city in Benue State, Nigeria with a population of 206,215. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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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About Buruku
Buruku is a Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Buruku.
People
Climate
| Population | 206,215 |
| Population Density | 247 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.4596°, 9.2046° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Benue State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.4 inches (1,254 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buruku
Buruku is a large city in Nigeria (Benue State) with a population of 206,215. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet (93 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Buruku
Buruku has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.9°C), the coldest is Dec (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1278 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Area | 836.6 sq mi (2,166.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.4596°N, 9.2046°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (196 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Buruku has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.8") and December the driest (0.1").
Airports Near Buruku
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makurdi Airport | MDI | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Buruku
What is the population of Buruku?
Buruku has a population of 206,215 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 247 people per square mile, spread across 836.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buruku?
Buruku has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.4 inches.
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