Mokwa, Nigeria
Niger State · Nigeria
Mokwa is a small city in Niger State, Nigeria with a population of 21,128. Elevation: 502 ft (153 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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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People
Climate
| Population | 21,128 |
| Elevation | 502 ft (153 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2948°, 5.0541° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Niger State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.2 inches (1,123 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mokwa
Mokwa is a small city in Nigeria (Niger State) with a population of 21,128. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet (153 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Mokwa
Mokwa has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1085 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 502 ft (153 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2948°N, 5.0541°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Mokwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 77°F in August to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and December the driest (0.1").
Gas Stations in Mokwa
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mokwa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacita Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kainji Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Kainji Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mokwa
What is the population of Mokwa?
Mokwa has a population of 21,128 residents and is located in Nigeria..
What is the weather like in Mokwa?
Mokwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches.
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