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Keffi, Nigeria
Nasarawa State · Nigeria
Keffi is a mid-size city in Nasarawa State, Nigeria with a population of 85,911. Elevation: 1,053 ft (321 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Keffi
Keffi Local Government Area and a traditional and commercial town in Nasarawa State, north central Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Keffi. Keffi is 50 kilometers from Abuja. Nasarawa State university is located along the Keffi-Akwanga expressway.
People
Climate
| Population | 85,911 |
| Population Density | 1,500 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,053 ft (321 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.8465°, 7.8735° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Nasarawa State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.7 inches (1,389 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Keffi
Keffi is a mid-size city in Nigeria (Nasarawa State) with a population of 85,911. The city sits at an elevation of 1,053 feet (321 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Keffi
Keffi has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.7°C), the coldest is Aug (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1317 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,053 ft (321 m) |
| Area | 57.3 sq mi (148.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,500/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.8465°N, 7.8735°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
Keffi has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 77°F in August to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.5") and December the driest (0.0").
Schools in Keffi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nasarawa state university | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Keffi
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LagosJump Radio | afrobeats | MP3 192 kbps | |
| KCity Radio | misc | MP3 128 kbps |
Clinics in Keffi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Keffi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport | ABV | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Keffi
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New life Baptist church |
Quick Facts
Around Keffi
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Keffi
What is the population of Keffi?
Keffi has a population of 85,911 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 1,500 people per square mile, spread across 57.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Keffi?
Keffi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.7 inches.