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Katsina, Nigeria
Katsina State · Nigeria
Katsina is a major city in Katsina State, Nigeria with a population of 670,000. Elevation: 1,703 ft (519 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Katsina
Katsina State
(Hausa: Jihar Katsina; Hausa Ajami: جِىهَرْ کَڟِࢽَ) is a state in the northwestern geopolitical zone of Nigeria. It is bordered to the west by Zamfara State, to the east by Kano and Jigawa states, and to the south by Kaduna State, while its northern border forms part of the national border with Niger. The state capital is the city of Katsina, and the state is divided into 34 local government areas. The state is nicknamed the "Home of Hospitality".
People
Climate
| Population | 670,000 |
| Population Density | 12,220 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,703 ft (519 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.9908°, 7.6018° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Katsina State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.0 inches (559 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Katsina
Katsina is a major city in Nigeria (Katsina State) with a population of 670,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,703 feet (519 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Katsina
Katsina has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (32°C), the coldest is Dec (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 1272 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,703 ft (519 m) |
| Area | 54.8 sq mi (142.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 12,220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.9908°N, 7.6018°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 | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 87°F (31°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Katsina has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 71°F in January to 88°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Katsina
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic | University | — | — |
| Umar Musa Yaraddua University, Katsina | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Katsina
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayalwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| MUSA YAR'ADUA MEMORIAL PRIMARY SCHOOL (AMBUTTAI) | — | — | — | — |
| Government Day Secondary School Yandaka | — | — | — | — |
| College of Arabic and Islamic Studies | — | — | — | — |
| Little Angel Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Layout Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| UPE Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Garama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiddies International Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kofar Marusa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dutsin-Amare Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kayalwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| MUSA YAR'ADUA MEMORIAL PRIMARY SCHOOL (AMBUTTAI) | — | — | — | — |
| Government Day Secondary School Yandaka | — | — | — | — |
| College of Arabic and Islamic Studies | — | — | — | — |
| Little Angel Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Layout Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| UPE Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Garama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiddies International Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kofar Marusa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dutsin-Amare Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Katsina
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Katsina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Market, Katsina |
Hotels in Katsina
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Katsina
6 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Katsina
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Katsina
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Katsina
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Katsina
13 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Katsina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Katsina
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maradi Airport | MFQ | Medium Airport |
| Umaru Musa Yar'adua Airport | DKA | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Katsina
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL Kofar Kaura | |
| DHL Kofar Kaura |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Katsina
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Central Mosque | |
| Kumassi Mosque | |
| Masallacin Kandahar | |
| Masallacin Kerau | |
| Modoji Central Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Katsina
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 Katsina
What is the population of Katsina?
Katsina has a population of 670,000 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 12,220 people per square mile, spread across 54.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Katsina?
Katsina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches.