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Ilesa, Nigeria
Osun State · Nigeria
Ilesa is a large city in Osun State, Nigeria with a population of 325,000. Elevation: 1,237 ft (377 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ilesa
Ilesa is a historic city located in Osun State, southwest Nigeria; it is also the name of the capital of a historic state-kingdom centred around that town as the capital. The state is ruled by a monarch bearing the title of His Imperial Majesty, the Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland. The city of Ilesa consists of Ilesa itself and a number of surrounding cities.
People
Climate
| Population | 325,000 |
| Population Density | 1,030 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,237 ft (377 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.6279°, 4.7416° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Osun State |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.4 inches (1,381 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ilesa
Ilesa is a large city in Nigeria (Osun State) with a population of 325,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,237 feet (377 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Ilesa
Ilesa has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (25.8°C), the coldest is Aug (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2081 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,237 ft (377 m) |
| Area | 315.7 sq mi (817.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,030/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.6279°N, 4.7416°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in |
Ilesa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 54.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Ilesa
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domi Radio | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Trove Radio Station | gospel, hip-pop | MP3 | |
| DOMI Radio | christian | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Ilesa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ife National Museum | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Museum of Natural History |
Libraries in Ilesa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ilesa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aje International Market, Ido-Osun | |||||
| Aje International Market, Ido-Osun | |||||
| Ajegunle Market | |||||
| Ayegbaju International Modern Market | |||||
| Community Market, Erin-Ijesa | |||||
| Igboona Market | |||||
| Igboona Market | |||||
| New Orisunbare Market | |||||
| New Orisunbare Market |
Banks in Ilesa
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ilesa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ilesa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akure Airport | AKR | Medium Airport |
| Oshogbo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Ilesa
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ilesa
What is the population of Ilesa?
Ilesa has a population of 325,000 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 1,030 people per square mile, spread across 315.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ilesa?
Ilesa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.4 inches.