Ikara, Nigeria
Kaduna State · Nigeria
Ikara is a large city in Kaduna State, Nigeria with a population of 194,723. Elevation: 2,188 ft (667 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°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 | 194,723 |
| Population Density | 2,214 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,188 ft (667 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1751°, 8.2247° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kaduna State |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.6 inches (726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ikara
Ikara is a large city in Nigeria (Kaduna State) with a population of 194,723. The city sits at an elevation of 2,188 feet (667 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Ikara
Ikara has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.8°C), the coldest is Dec (19.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2399 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.9°F |
| 42% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,188 ft (667 m) |
| Area | 87.9 sq mi (227.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1751°N, 8.2247°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 11.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Ikara has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 72°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Ikara
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zaria Airport | ZAR | Medium Airport |
| Jaji Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ikara
What is the population of Ikara?
Ikara has a population of 194,723 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 2,214 people per square mile, spread across 87.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ikara?
Ikara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches.
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