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Gaya, Nigeria
Kano State · Nigeria
Gaya is a small city in Kano State, Nigeria with a population of 20,959. Elevation: 1,434 ft (437 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gaya
Gaya is a Local Government Area in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Gaya in the north of the area.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,959 |
| Population Density | 535 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,434 ft (437 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.8606°, 9.0027° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kano State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.7 inches (753 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gaya
Gaya is a small city in Nigeria (Kano State) with a population of 20,959. The city sits at an elevation of 1,434 feet (437 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Gaya
Gaya has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (31.6°C), the coldest is Dec (19.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 975 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,434 ft (437 m) |
| Area | 39.1 sq mi (101.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 535/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.8606°N, 9.0027°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°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) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Gaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 71°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Gaya
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport | KAN | Large Airport |
| Dutse International Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gaya
What is the population of Gaya?
Gaya has a population of 20,959 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 535 people per square mile, spread across 39.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gaya?
Gaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches.