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Gamawa, Nigeria
Bauchi · Nigeria
Gamawa is a small city in Bauchi, Nigeria with a population of 13,549. Elevation: 1,194 ft (364 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gamawa
Gamawa is a Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Nigeria, bordering Yobe State in the east and Dambam in the south. Its headquarters are in the town of Gamawa.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,549 |
| Population Density | 189 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,194 ft (364 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.1338°, 10.5379° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Bauchi |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.5 inches (596 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gamawa
Gamawa is a small city in Nigeria (Bauchi) with a population of 13,549. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet (364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Gamawa
Gamawa has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (33°C), the coldest is Dec (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 738 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,194 ft (364 m) |
| Area | 71.6 sq mi (185.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.1338°N, 10.5379°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 (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Gamawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 72°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gamawa
What is the population of Gamawa?
Gamawa has a population of 13,549 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 189 people per square mile, spread across 71.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gamawa?
Gamawa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches.