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Katsina-Ala, Nigeria
Benue State · Nigeria
Katsina-Ala is a mid-size city in Benue State, Nigeria with a population of 36,722. Elevation: 499 ft (152 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Katsina-Ala
Katsina-Ala is a Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Katsina-Ala where the A344 highway starts. It is also the location of an important archeological site where artifacts of the Nok culture have been found.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,722 |
| Population Density | 46 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 499 ft (152 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.1694°, 9.2847° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Benue State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.6 inches (1,565 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Katsina-Ala
Katsina-Ala is a mid-size city in Nigeria (Benue State) with a population of 36,722. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet (152 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Katsina-Ala
Katsina-Ala has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.1°C), the coldest is Aug (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 956 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 499 ft (152 m) |
| Area | 798.9 sq mi (2,069.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.1694°N, 9.2847°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (169 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Katsina-Ala has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 61.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (0.2").
Hotels in Katsina-Ala
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Katsina-Ala
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Katsina-Ala
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makurdi Airport | MDI | Medium Airport |
| Bebi Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Katsina-Ala?
Katsina-Ala has a population of 36,722 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 798.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Katsina-Ala?
Katsina-Ala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.6 inches.