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Gumel, Nigeria
Jigawa State · Nigeria
Gumel is a mid-size city in Jigawa State, Nigeria with a population of 42,742. Elevation: 1,211 ft (369 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 42,742 |
| Population Density | 34,469 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,211 ft (369 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6269°, 9.3881° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Jigawa State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (556 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gumel
Gumel is a mid-size city in Nigeria (Jigawa State) with a population of 42,742. The city sits at an elevation of 1,211 feet (369 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Gumel
Gumel has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (33°C), the coldest is Dec (20.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 977 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,211 ft (369 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 34,469/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6269°N, 9.3881°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 (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Gumel has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 71°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.1") and January the driest (0.0").
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gumel
What is the population of Gumel?
Gumel has a population of 42,742 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 34,469 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gumel?
Gumel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches.