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Lere, Nigeria
Bauchi · Nigeria
Lere is a small city in Bauchi, Nigeria with a population of 14,620. Elevation: 2,864 ft (873 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
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About Lere
Lere is a Local Government Area and town in the southern part of Kaduna State, Nigeria. Lere town is located geographically at the latitude of 10 degrees 39 North and longitude of 8 degrees 57 East. It is the headquarters of the Lere Emirate. The town and its environs have an estimated population of about 553,290 (2016). Lere Local Government has an area of 2,634 km2 and a population of 339,740 at the 2006 census. Its headquarters are in the town of Saminaka. The postal code of the area is 811.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,620 |
| Population Density | 227 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,864 ft (873 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.7105°, 9.3403° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Bauchi |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.0 inches (1,143 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lere
Lere is a small city in Nigeria (Bauchi) with a population of 14,620. The city sits at an elevation of 2,864 feet (873 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 45.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Lere
Lere has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.3°C), the coldest is Dec (21.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1610 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,864 ft (873 m) |
| Area | 64.5 sq mi (166.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 227/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.7105°N, 9.3403°W |
| 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 (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Lere has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Train Stations in Lere
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lere
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yakubu Gowon Airport | JOS | Medium Airport |
| Bauchi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lere
What is the population of Lere?
Lere has a population of 14,620 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 227 people per square mile, spread across 64.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lere?
Lere 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. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches.