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Funtua, Nigeria
Katsina State · Nigeria
Funtua is a large city in Katsina State, Nigeria with a population of 136,811. Elevation: 2,326 ft (709 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 136,811 |
| Population Density | 100,596 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5235°, 7.3117° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Katsina State |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.3 inches (923 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Funtua
Funtua is a large city in Nigeria (Katsina State) with a population of 136,811. The city sits at an elevation of 2,326 feet (709 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Funtua
Funtua has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.5°C), the coldest is Dec (19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1409 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,326 ft (709 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 100,596/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5235°N, 7.3117°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 | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Funtua has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 72°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.6") and January the driest (0.0").
Train Stations in Funtua
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Funtua
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Funtua
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gusau Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Zaria Airport | ZAR | Medium Airport |
| Jaji Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Funtua
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇳🇬 About Nigeria
Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Funtua
What is the population of Funtua?
Funtua has a population of 136,811 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 100,596 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Funtua?
Funtua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches.