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Maiduguri, Nigeria
Borno State · Nigeria
Maiduguri is a major city in Borno State, Nigeria with a population of 1,110,000. Elevation: 1,066 ft (325 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Maiduguri
Maiduguri is the capital and the largest city of Borno State in north-eastern Nigeria, on the continent of Africa. The city sits along the seasonal Ngadda River which disappears into the Firki swamps in the areas around Lake Chad. Maiduguri was founded in 1907 as a military outpost by the British Empire during the colonial period. As of 2022, Maiduguri is estimated to have a population of approximately two million people, in the metropolitan area.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,110,000 |
| Population Density | 3,083,333 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.8469°, 13.1571° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Borno State |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.1 inches (535 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maiduguri
Maiduguri is a major city in Nigeria (Borno State) with a population of 1,110,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet (325 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Maiduguri
Maiduguri has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 625 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.1°F |
| 52% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,083,333/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.8469°N, 13.1571°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 91°F (33°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 83°F (29°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Maiduguri has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 73°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Maiduguri
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Ansar University | University | — | Visit → |
| College of Basic Medical and Health Sciences | University | — | Visit → |
| College of Islamic Theology - Elkanemi | College | — | — |
| Government Girls College | University | — | — |
| Kashim Ibrahim College | University | — | — |
| Kashim Ibrahim University | University | — | Visit → |
| Ramat College Polytechnic Maiduguri | University | — | — |
| University of Maiduguri | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Maiduguri
51+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abande Memorial School | — | — | — | — |
| School Women Primary-Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Mara Imul Iman - Islamic School | — | — | — | — |
| Mara Imul Iman - Islamic School | — | — | — | — |
| Mala Kachallah Model School | — | — | — | — |
| Mafoni liberty Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maiduguri International Scholl | — | — | — | — |
| Mafoni Liberty Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mohammed Goni College of Legal and Islamic Studies | — | — | — | — |
| Mafoni Day Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mafoni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Abdullahi IBN Masud islamic School | — | — | — | — |
| Namu Model Model Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Model Orphanage Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Namu Model School | — | — | — | — |
| Federal Government College | — | — | — | — |
| Yerma - Government Girls Secondary School (GGSS) | — | — | — | — |
| Universal basic education | — | — | — | — |
| Gwange III Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Goverment Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maimisari School | — | — | — | — |
| Al-Ansar Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Namu Model Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nigeria Arabic Language Village Ngala | — | — | — | — |
| North East Children’s Trust (NECT), The Learning Centre 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Model Orphanage Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Namu Model School | — | — | — | — |
| Mara Imul Iman - Islamic School | — | — | — | — |
| Mara Imul Iman - Islamic School | — | — | — | — |
| Mala Kachallah Model School | — | — | — | — |
| Mafoni liberty Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maiduguri International Scholl | — | — | — | — |
| Mafoni Liberty Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mohammed Goni College of Legal and Islamic Studies | — | — | — | — |
| Mafoni Day Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mafoni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Abdullahi IBN Masud islamic School | — | — | — | — |
| Namu Model Model Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Abande Memorial School | — | — | — | — |
| School Women Primary-Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Federal Government College | — | — | — | — |
| Muna Koreri | — | — | — | — |
| Yerma - Government Girls Secondary School (GGSS) | — | — | — | — |
| Universal basic education | — | — | — | — |
| Gwange III Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Goverment Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maimisari School | — | — | — | — |
| Al-Ansar Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Namu Model Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nigeria Arabic Language Village Ngala | — | — | — | — |
| North East Children’s Trust (NECT), The Learning Centre 1 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Maiduguri
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Baga Road Market | |||||
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| Bama Motor Park Shopping centre | |||||
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| Bulumkutu GSM Village | |||||
| Gamboru Market | |||||
| Kasuwan Shanu | |||||
| Maiduguri Monday Market | |||||
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| Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Maiduguri
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Maiduguri
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Maiduguri
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Maiduguri
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Maiduguri
10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Maiduguri
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Maiduguri
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maiduguri
22 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maiduguri
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Maiduguri
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maiduguri
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maiduguri International Airport | MIU | Large Airport |
Treatment Centers in Maiduguri
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 202. Clinic | ||
| Jiddari Primary Health Centre | ||
| Mairi Clinic | ||
| MHT2(Jajeri Kantudu) | ||
| Pompomari Primary Health Centre | ||
| Shehuri Primary Health Clinic | ||
| Unimaid Medical Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maiduguri
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abba Aji Mosque | |
| Alansar mosque | |
| COCIN CHURCH MAIRI BAKIN KOGI | |
| COCIN CHURCH MAIRI BAKIN KOGI | |
| EYN Church Polo | |
| EYN CHURCH POLO | |
| EYN Church Polo | |
| EYN CHURCH POLO | |
| Indimi Mosque | |
| LCCN GALILEE MAIDUGURI | |
| LCCN GALILEE MAIDUGURI | |
| Maiduguri Central Mosque | |
| sheik Abul Fathi | |
| St. Patrick's Catholic Cathedral | |
| St. Patrick's Catholic Cathedral |
Quick Facts
Around Maiduguri
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Maiduguri
1 places within 15 km
- • Shehu of Borno's Palace
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Maiduguri?
Maiduguri has a population of 1,110,000 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 3,083,333 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maiduguri?
Maiduguri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches.