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Chakwama, Nigeria
Jigawa State · Nigeria
Chakwama is a large city in Jigawa State, Nigeria with a population of 200,000. Elevation: 1,312 ft (400 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 200,000 |
| Population Density | 8,386 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5597°, 9.6641° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Jigawa State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.3 inches (796 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chakwama
Chakwama is a large city in Nigeria (Jigawa State) with a population of 200,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,312 feet (400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Chakwama
Chakwama has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (31.4°C), the coldest is Dec (20.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1164 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Area | 23.9 sq mi (61.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,386/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5597°N, 9.6641°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 87°F (31°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Chakwama has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 72°F in January to 88°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Chakwama
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dutse International Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Chakwama
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What is the population of Chakwama?
Chakwama has a population of 200,000 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 8,386 people per square mile, spread across 23.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chakwama?
Chakwama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.