Garko, Nigeria
Gombe State · Nigeria
Garko is a small city in Gombe State, Nigeria with a population of 21,141. Elevation: 1,542 ft (470 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°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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People
Climate
| Population | 21,141 |
| Elevation | 1,542 ft (470 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.1751°, 11.1646° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Gombe State |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.8 inches (935 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Garko
Garko is a small city in Nigeria (Gombe State) with a population of 21,141. The city sits at an elevation of 1,542 feet (470 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Garko
Garko has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.1°C), the coldest is Dec (21.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1686 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.1°F |
| 45% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,542 ft (470 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.1751°N, 11.1646°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Garko has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 73°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Museums in Garko
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoological park | ||||
| Zoological park |
Libraries in Garko
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Institute for Islamic Research and Development | 0.0 | |||||
| Islamic Libry | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library, Gombe | 0.0 | |||||
| NDIC E-Library G.S.U | 0.0 | |||||
| shehu abubakar gombe | 0.0 | |||||
| University Main library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Garko
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| dangote cement branch | |||||
| dangote cement branch | |||||
| KASUWAR MATA | |||||
| Layin en Carton | |||||
| Layin en Carton | |||||
| Phone Sellers | |||||
| Phone Sellers | |||||
| Timber Market Lowcost div | |||||
| Timber Market Lowcost div |
Gas Stations in Garko
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Garko
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Garko
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gombe Lawanti International Airport | GMO | Medium Airport |
| Bajoga Northeast Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Garko
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clinic | ||
| FCE(T) CLINIC GOMBE | ||
| GSU old Clinic | ||
| HOD office | ||
| Mallan Inna Maternity | ||
| PHC Jekadafari | ||
| PPMC clinc | ||
| SHONGO HEALTH CLINIC |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Garko
What is the population of Garko?
Garko has a population of 21,141 residents and is located in Nigeria..
What is the weather like in Garko?
Garko has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.
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