Kauru, Nigeria
Kaduna State · Nigeria
Kauru is a large city in Kaduna State, Nigeria with a population of 221,276. Elevation: 2,129 ft (649 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 221,276 |
| Population Density | 5,082 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,129 ft (649 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5760°, 8.1510° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kaduna State |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.2 inches (1,072 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kauru
Kauru is a large city in Nigeria (Kaduna State) with a population of 221,276. The city sits at an elevation of 2,129 feet (649 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Kauru
Kauru has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.1°C), the coldest is Dec (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 3895 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.4°F |
| 41% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,129 ft (649 m) |
| Area | 43.5 sq mi (112.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,082/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.5760°N, 8.1510°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Kauru has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.6") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Kauru
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zaria Airport | ZAR | Medium Airport |
| Jaji Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kaduna Old Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kauru
What is the population of Kauru?
Kauru has a population of 221,276 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 5,082 people per square mile, spread across 43.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kauru?
Kauru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.
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