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Jalingo, Nigeria
Taraba State · Nigeria
Jalingo is a large city in Taraba State, Nigeria with a population of 117,757. Elevation: 682 ft (208 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jalingo
Jalingo is the capital city of Taraba State in north-eastern Nigeria, named in Fulfude and has been estimated with population of 418,000 as of 2018, The city has received the highest number of immigrants mainly from, Kano, Borno, Gombe and the neighboring Cameroon. As of November, 2022 the city is estimated to have around 581,000 people.
There are 10 Wards in Jalingo local government area namely: Abbare Yelwa, Barade, Kachalla Sembe, Kona, Majidadi, Mayo Goi, Sarkin Dawaki, Sintali, Turaki ‘A’, Turaki ‘B’
People
Climate
| Population | 117,757 |
| Population Density | 1,597 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.8937°, 11.3596° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Taraba State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.3 inches (1,176 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jalingo
Jalingo is a large city in Nigeria (Taraba State) with a population of 117,757. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet (208 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Jalingo
Jalingo has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (31.1°C), the coldest is Dec (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 972 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 73.8 sq mi (191.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,597/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.8937°N, 11.3596°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 87°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Jalingo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 77°F in December to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Jalingo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Day Secondary School (GDSS) Howei | - | - | - | - |
| Lassandi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Jalingo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jalingo
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Jalingo
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jalingo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jalingo
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jalingo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jalingo
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ECWA (Evangelical Church Winning All) Church No. 5 | |
| HEKAN Church (United Church of Christ in Nations - Hadaddiyar Ekklisiyar Kristi a Nahiyya) Jalingo | |
| Our Lady Queen Of Peace Catholic Cathedral | |
| St. Peter`s Catholic Church | |
| United Methodist Church Nukkai, Jalingo |
Quick Facts
Around Jalingo
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Jalingo?
Jalingo has a population of 117,757 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 1,597 people per square mile, spread across 73.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jalingo?
Jalingo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.