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Damasak, Nigeria
Borno State · Nigeria
Damasak is a small city in Borno State, Nigeria with a population of 13,874. Elevation: 1,027 ft (313 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
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About Damasak
Damasak is the head town of the Mobbar Local Government Area, in the northeastern Nigerian state of Borno. It is located near the confluence of the Yobe River and Komadugu Gana River, adjoining the border with Niger.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,874 |
| Population Density | 876 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.1052°, 12.5085° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Borno State |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.3 inches (312 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Damasak
Damasak is a small city in Nigeria (Borno State) with a population of 13,874. The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet (313 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Damasak
Damasak has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (34.2°C), the coldest is Jan (21.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 801 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.0°F |
| 54% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Area | 15.8 sq mi (41.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 876/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.1052°N, 12.5085°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 | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 91°F (33°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 92°F (33°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 85°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Damasak has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 72°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 12.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Farmers Markets in Damasak
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Central de Diffa | |||||
| Marché transfontalier agricole |
Stadiums & Teams in Damasak
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Damasak
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Diffa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maine-Soroa Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Damasak?
Damasak has a population of 13,874 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 876 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Damasak?
Damasak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.3 inches.