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Gujba, Nigeria
Yobe State · Nigeria
Gujba is a small city in Yobe State, Nigeria with a population of 11,359. Elevation: 1,378 ft (420 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gujba
Gujba is a town and Local Government Area in Yobe State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are situated in Buni Yadi at 11°16′08″N 11°55′49″E towards the south of the area; the eponymous town of Gujba lies in the north of the area. It has an area of 3,239 km2 (1,251 mi2) and a population of 130,088 at the 2006 census. The postal code of the area is 621. The town serves as the seat of the Gujba Emirate.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,359 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,378 ft (420 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4996°, 11.9340° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Yobe State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (648 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gujba
Gujba is a small city in Nigeria (Yobe State) with a population of 11,359. The city sits at an elevation of 1,378 feet (420 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Gujba
Gujba has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (32.9°C), the coldest is Jan (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 900 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,378 ft (420 m) |
| Area | 1,250.6 sq mi (3,239.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4996°N, 11.9340°W |
| 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 | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 89°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Gujba has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 73°F in January to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.3") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Gujba
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bajoga Northeast Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Muhammadu Buhari International Cargo Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gujba
What is the population of Gujba?
Gujba has a population of 11,359 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,250.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gujba?
Gujba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches.