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Lau, Nigeria
Taraba State · Nigeria
Lau is a small city in Taraba State, Nigeria with a population of 12,657. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 12,657 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2083°, 11.2754° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Taraba State |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.0 inches (1,091 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lau
Lau is a small city in Nigeria (Taraba State) with a population of 12,657. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet (132 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Lau
Lau has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (31.1°C), the coldest is Dec (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 972 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.8°F |
| 51% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Area | 833.2 sq mi (2,157.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2083°N, 11.2754°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 87°F (30°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Lau has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in January to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Lau
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jalingo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lau
What is the population of Lau?
Lau has a population of 12,657 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 833.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lau?
Lau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.