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Ile-Ife, Nigeria
Osun State · Nigeria
Ile-Ife is a major city in Osun State, Nigeria with a population of 560,000. Elevation: 968 ft (295 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Ile-Ife
Ifẹ̀ is an ancient Yoruba city in south-western Nigeria founded sometime between the years 1000 BC and 500 BC. By 900 AD, the city had become an important West African emporium producing sophisticated art forms. The city is located in present-day Osun State. Ifẹ̀ is about 218 kilometers northeast of Lagos with a population of over 500,000 people, which is the highest in Osun State according to population census of 2006.
People
Climate
| Population | 560,000 |
| Population Density | 810 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.4824°, 4.5603° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Osun State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.6 inches (1,412 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ile-Ife
Ile-Ife is a major city in Nigeria (Osun State) with a population of 560,000. The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet (295 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Ile-Ife
Ile-Ife has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.3°C), the coldest is Aug (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2289 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 235 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 691.5 sq mi (1,791.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 810/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.4824°N, 4.5603°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in |
Ile-Ife has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 55.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Ile-Ife
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Peter's Government Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oranmiyan Grammar School | — | — | — | — |
| Obafemi Awolowo University Staff School | — | — | — | — |
| Moremi High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ile-Ife
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domi Radio | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| DOMI Radio | christian | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Ile-Ife
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ife National Museum | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Museum of Natural History |
Libraries in Ile-Ife
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ile-Ife
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owode Market | |||||
| Owode Market |
Hotels in Ile-Ife
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ile-Ife
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ile-Ife
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ile-Ife
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ile-Ife
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ile-Ife
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akure Airport | AKR | Medium Airport |
| Ibadan Airport | IBA | Medium Airport |
| Oshogbo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ile-Ife
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedral of St. Stephen | |
| Cathedral of St. Stephen | |
| EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH | |
| EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH | |
| eruobodo | |
| eruobodo | |
| First Baptist Church of Ile Ife | |
| First Baptist Church of Ile Ife | |
| Ifa Temple | |
| Ile Ife Central Mosque | |
| Ita-Osun Temple | |
| Itakogun Mosque | |
| Oduduwa Shrine and Grove | |
| Oke Mogun Shrine | |
| Oluorogbo Temple | |
| Oranmiyan Holy Temple | |
| Osara Shrine | |
| rccg | |
| rccg | |
| St Pauls Church |
Quick Facts
Around Ile-Ife
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Ile-Ife
What is the population of Ile-Ife?
Ile-Ife has a population of 560,000 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 810 people per square mile, spread across 691.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ile-Ife?
Ile-Ife has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches.