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Ede, Nigeria
Osun State · Nigeria
Ede is a large city in Osun State, Nigeria with a population of 159,866. Elevation: 961 ft (293 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ede
Ẹdẹ is a town in Osun State, southwestern Nigeria. It lies along the Osun River at a point on the railroad from Lagos, 180 kilometres (110 mi) southwest, and at the intersection of roads from Oshogbo, Ogbomosho, and Ile-Ife. The two (2) local government areas in Ẹdẹ are Ẹdẹ South and Ẹdẹ North.
There are three (3) major tertiary institutions in Ẹdẹ, which makes the town one of the fastest growing towns in the south-west with an increasing literacy rate. The Federal Polytechnic Ẹdẹ, Adeleke University, and Redeemer's University are among the institutions.
People
Climate
| Population | 159,866 |
| Population Density | 1,255 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 961 ft (293 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.7364°, 4.4354° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Osun State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.0 inches (1,296 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ede
Ede is a large city in Nigeria (Osun State) with a population of 159,866. The city sits at an elevation of 961 feet (293 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Ede
Ede has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.3°C), the coldest is Aug (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2289 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 961 ft (293 m) |
| Area | 127.4 sq mi (330.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,255/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.7364°N, 4.4354°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in |
Ede has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Ede
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great-Elsaadai Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Brighter Star Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Union Baptist Church, Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ede
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domi Radio | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| DOMI Radio | christian | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Ede
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Museum of Natural History |
Libraries in Ede
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ede
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aje International Market, Ido-Osun | |||||
| Aje International Market, Ido-Osun | |||||
| Ajegunle Market | |||||
| Ayegbaju International Modern Market | |||||
| Gbagede Market 1 | |||||
| Gbagede Market 2 | |||||
| Igboona Market | |||||
| Igboona Market | |||||
| New Orisunbare Market | |||||
| New Orisunbare Market | |||||
| Ode Bara Market | |||||
| Odo Ori | |||||
| Odo Ori | |||||
| Oja Ejigbo(Ejigbo Market) | |||||
| Owode Market | |||||
| Owode Market | |||||
| Papa market |
Clinics in Ede
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ede
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ede
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ede
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ede
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport | ILR | Large Airport |
| Ibadan Airport | IBA | Medium Airport |
| Oshogbo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ede
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nigeria Postal Service |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ede
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembly of God | |
| Pastoral Institute | |
| RCCG | |
| Solid-Rock Baptist Church | |
| St. Peter's Anglican Church, Ede | |
| Union Bptist Church |
Quick Facts
Around Ede
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇳🇬 About Nigeria
Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ede
What is the population of Ede?
Ede has a population of 159,866 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 1,255 people per square mile, spread across 127.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ede?
Ede has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.0 inches.