Lapai, Nigeria
Niger State · Nigeria
Lapai is a large city in Niger State, Nigeria with a population of 117,021. Elevation: 554 ft (169 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°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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About Lapai
Lapai is a Local Government Area in Niger State, Nigeria, adjoining the Federal Capital Territory. Its headquarters are in the town of Lapai on the A124 highway in the west of the area at 9°03′00″N 6°34′00″E.
People
Climate
| Population | 117,021 |
| Elevation | 554 ft (169 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.0444°, 6.5709° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Niger State |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.4 inches (1,205 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lapai
Lapai is a large city in Nigeria (Niger State) with a population of 117,021. The city sits at an elevation of 554 feet (169 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Lapai
Lapai has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.4°C), the coldest is Dec (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1244 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 554 ft (169 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.0444°N, 6.5709°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 9.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in |
Lapai has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in August to 88°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Lapai
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport | ABV | Large Airport |
| Minna Airport | MXJ | Medium Airport |
| Bida Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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What is the population of Lapai?
Lapai has a population of 117,021 residents and is located in Nigeria..
What is the weather like in Lapai?
Lapai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches.
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