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Nafada, Nigeria
Gombe State · Nigeria
Nafada is a small city in Gombe State, Nigeria with a population of 22,920. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 22,920 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.0960°, 11.3326° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Gombe State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.8 inches (731 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nafada
Nafada is a small city in Nigeria (Gombe State) with a population of 22,920. The city sits at an elevation of 902 feet (275 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Nafada
Nafada has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (32.4°C), the coldest is Dec (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1115 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Area | 612.4 sq mi (1,586.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.0960°N, 11.3326°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 | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 89°F (31°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Nafada has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 73°F in January to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Nafada
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bajoga Northeast Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Nafada
What is the population of Nafada?
Nafada has a population of 22,920 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 612.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nafada?
Nafada has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.