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Burutu, Nigeria

Delta · Nigeria

Burutu is a small city in Delta, Nigeria with a population of 16,410. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

16,410 Population 16/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
118.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lagos Timezone

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About Burutu

Burutu

Burutu is a Local Government Area in Delta State, Nigeria. It lies on the coast of the Niger Delta on two sides of the Forcados River, a channel of the River Niger, 30 kilometres upstream from the Bight of Benin. It has served as a link between river transport and the sea when the Royal Niger Company established a base there in the late 19th century. People living in this region are mostly of the Izon ethnicity. This LGA also has its headquarters located in Burutu town. As at the 2006 census, Burutu has a total population of 207,977 people.

People

Population16,410
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain118.4 in/yr
Sunny Days156/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population16,410
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates5.3533°, 5.5083°
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Country🇳🇬 Nigeria
State / ProvinceDelta
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation118.4 inches (3,008 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Burutu

Burutu is a small city in Nigeria (Delta) with a population of 16,410. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 118.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.

Climate in Burutu

Burutu has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.2°C), the coldest is Aug (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 2327 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.7°C / 78°F 16.6° / 32.5° 59.5
Feb 26.7°C / 80°F 17.7° / 33.7° 26.6
Mar 27.2°C / 81°F 23.5° / 33.1° 130.9
Apr 27.1°C / 81°F 23.4° / 32.8° 202.0
May 26.7°C / 80°F 23.4° / 31.5° 222.6
Jun 25.8°C / 78°F 22.8° / 30.8° 351.4
Jul 25.1°C / 77°F 22.1° / 30° 266.2
Aug 25°C / 77°F 21.6° / 30.2° 227.0
Sep 25.4°C / 78°F 22.5° / 30.6° 336.5
Oct 25.8°C / 79°F 22.4° / 31.7° 271.3
Nov 26.5°C / 80°F 22.2° / 32.1° 189.3
Dec 26°C / 79°F 18.1° / 32.2° 43.9
Burutu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 118.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Nigeria avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days156 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area1,003.3 sq mi (2,598.5 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates5.3533°N, 5.5083°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 118.4"
212% above Nigeria avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 21.10"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5.

Mar 7, 2000 34 km S of Siluko, Nigeria M4.5 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 2.5 in
March 82°F (28°C) 5.3 in Warmest
April 82°F (28°C) 8.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 12.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 16.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 21.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 12.4 in
September 78°F (25°C) 18.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
December 80°F (27°C) 1.6 in

Burutu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 118.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (21.1") and January the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Burutu

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Inform Me Radio business programs, family MP3

Farmers Markets in Burutu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dore Numa Market
Dore Numa Market
Igbo Market
Igbo Market
Igbo Market
MCCIVER Market
Mcciver Mrket
Mcciver Mrket
Ogbe-Ijaw Market
Ogbe-ijaw Market Warri
Ogbe-ijaw Market Warri
Pessu Market
Pessu Market
Pessu Market
San San Market
San San Market
SAND SAND Market
Warri Main Market

Hotels in Burutu

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alexmus Hotel Ogulagha
Chally Hotel
Eden Lodge
Royal View Hotel
Spento World Hotel and Suite Ogulagha
Sweet Apple Hotel Ogulagha

Stadiums & Teams in Burutu

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Airports Near Burutu

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bayelsa International Airport-Medium Airport
Warri AirportQRWMedium Airport
Escravos Airport-Small Airport
Forçados Terminal Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lagos

🇳🇬 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 Burutu

What is the population of Burutu?

Burutu has a population of 16,410 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 1,003.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Burutu?

Burutu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 118.4 inches.

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