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Dankama, Nigeria
Katsina State · Nigeria
Dankama is a small city in Katsina State, Nigeria with a population of 6,531. Elevation: 1,358 ft (414 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 6,531 |
| Population Density | 124 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,358 ft (414 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.2978°, 7.7949° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Katsina State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.1 inches (485 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dankama
Dankama is a small city in Nigeria (Katsina State) with a population of 6,531. The city sits at an elevation of 1,358 feet (414 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,358 ft (414 m) |
| Area | 52.8 sq mi (136.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 124/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.2978°N, 7.7949°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 89°F (31°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (30°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Dankama has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 71°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Farmers Markets in Dankama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché d'Aguié | |||||
| Marché de bétail d'Aguié | |||||
| Marché des céréales d'Aguié |
Monuments in Dankama
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dankama
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maradi Airport | MFQ | Medium Airport |
| Umaru Musa Yar'adua Airport | DKA | Medium Airport |
| Tessaoua Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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What is the population of Dankama?
Dankama has a population of 6,531 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 124 people per square mile, spread across 52.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dankama?
Dankama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches.