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Eket, Nigeria
Akwa Ibom State · Nigeria
Eket is a small city in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria with a population of 25,569. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Eket
Eket is one of the 31 local government areas in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The name Eket or Ekid also refers to the indigenous people of the two Local Government Areas of Eket and Esit Eket who are a stock of the Ibibio people of the southern part of Ibibioland and to their dialect which is Ekid. The Eket people use the endonym Ekid for themselves and their language, but Europeans spell and pronounce the name as "Eket". The Eket in Ibibioland has no relationship with Eket in Sweden.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,569 |
| Population Density | 309 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.6423°, 7.9244° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Akwa Ibom State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 122.2 inches (3,104 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Eket
Eket is a small city in Nigeria (Akwa Ibom State) with a population of 25,569. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 122.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Eket
Eket has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Feb (28.3°C), the coldest is Aug (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 2758 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 154 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 82.6 sq mi (214.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 309/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.6423°N, 7.9244°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cameroon (147 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 147 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 16.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 20.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 16.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 17.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.8 in |
Eket has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 122.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.3") and January the driest (1.3").
Radio Stations near Eket
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afrobeats Gospel Radio | african, afrobeats | MP3 | |
| Softlife Afrofusion Radio | afrobeats, afrofusion | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Obong Radio | afrobeats, amapiano | MP3 | |
| Afrofusion Gospel Radio | afrobeats, afrofusion | MP3 128 kbps |
Stadiums & Teams in Eket
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Eket
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akwa Ibom International Airport | QUO | Medium Airport |
| Margaret Ekpo International Airport | CBQ | Medium Airport |
| Eket Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finima Bonny Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Eket
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Deeper Life Bible Church Akwa-Ibom South Campground | |
| Salvation Ministries Eket Hq | |
| Salvation Ministries Eket HQ |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Eket
What is the population of Eket?
Eket has a population of 25,569 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 309 people per square mile, spread across 82.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Eket?
Eket 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 78°F in July. The area receives 154 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.2 inches.