Epe, Nigeria
Lagos · Nigeria
Epe is a large city in Lagos, Nigeria with a population of 181,409. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Epe
Epe is a town and Local Government Area (LGA)
in Lagos State, Nigeria located on the north side of the Lekki Lagoon and about 90 km from Ibadan. During the 2006 Census, the population of Epe was approximately 181,409.
People
Climate
| Population | 181,409 |
| Population Density | 487 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5841°, 3.9834° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Lagos |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.7 inches (1,669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Epe
Epe is a large city in Nigeria (Lagos) with a population of 181,409. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Epe
Epe has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.8°C), the coldest is Aug (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1958 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 372.6 sq mi (965.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 487/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5841°N, 3.9834°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 83°F (29°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
Epe has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 65.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (0.7").
Schools in Epe
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. David'S Anglican School, Orogbe | - | - | - | - |
| St. Anne'S Catholic Primary School, Irawo | - | - | - | - |
| Altantic Hall Boarding School | - | - | - | - |
| Neander International School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Epe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art |
Farmers Markets in Epe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epe Fish Market |
Hotels in Epe
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Epe
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Epe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Otunba Dipo Dina International Stadium |
Airports Near Epe
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Murtala Muhammed International Airport | LOS | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Epe
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Epe Central Mosque - Founded 1862 |
Quick Facts
Around Epe
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇳🇬 About Nigeria
Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Epe
What is the population of Epe?
Epe has a population of 181,409 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 487 people per square mile, spread across 372.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Epe?
Epe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 65.7 inches.
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