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Mashi, Nigeria
Katsina State · Nigeria
Mashi is a small city in Katsina State, Nigeria with a population of 7,845. Elevation: 1,621 ft (494 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mashi
Mashi is a Local Government Area in Katsina State, Nigeria, sharing a border with the Republic of Niger. Its headquarters is in the town of Mashi in the southwest of the area at12°59′00″N 7°57′00″E.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,845 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,621 ft (494 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.9804°, 7.9470° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Katsina State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.1 inches (586 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mashi
Mashi is a small city in Nigeria (Katsina State) with a population of 7,845. The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet (494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 294 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,621 ft (494 m) |
| Area | 349.4 sq mi (905.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.9804°N, 7.9470°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Mashi has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 71°F in January to 88°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Mashi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Umaru Musa Yar'adua Airport | DKA | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mashi
What is the population of Mashi?
Mashi has a population of 7,845 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 349.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mashi?
Mashi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.1 inches.