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Nnewi, Nigeria
Anambra · Nigeria
Nnewi is a large city in Anambra, Nigeria with a population of 193,987. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nnewi
Nnewi is a commercial and industrial city in Anambra State, southeastern Nigeria. It is the second largest city in Anambra state after Onitsha. Nnewi as a metropolitan area has two local government area, which are Nnewi North and Nnewi South, all centred around the Nnewi town. Even Ekwusigo local government area is now part of Nnewi urban area, as urbanization continues to spread from Nnewi to neighbouring communities. The Nnewi town which is the only town in Nnewi North, comprises four villages: Otolo, Uruagu, Umudim, and Nnewichi. Nnewi had been the centre of economics and commerce, being at a time the fastest growing industrial city east of the Niger, being the home of many industries such as The Ibeto Group, the Chicason Group, and Cutix Cables. The first indigenous car manufacturing plant in Nigeria is located in the city while the first wholly Made-in-Nigeria motorcycle, the 'NASENI M1' was manufactured in Nnewi.
People
Climate
| Population | 193,987 |
| Population Density | 612 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 495 ft (151 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0196°, 6.9173° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Anambra |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.0 inches (1,854 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nnewi
Nnewi is a large city in Nigeria (Anambra) with a population of 193,987. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet (151 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Nnewi
Nnewi has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.1°C), the coldest is Jan (25.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1878 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 495 ft (151 m) |
| Area | 316.7 sq mi (820.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 612/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0196°N, 6.9173°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 10.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Nnewi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 73.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.1") and December the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Nnewi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Spring College | College | - | , |
| Federal Polytechnic Oko | College | - | , |
Schools in Nnewi
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ebony Kids International School | - | - | - | - |
| Chumet Institute Ltd | - | - | - | - |
| Girls' Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ideani Community Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nnewi
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Radio International | entretenimiento, highlife | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 1Radio Oguta - Community | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Nnewi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Igbo-Ukwu Museum |
Libraries in Nnewi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Unizik Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nnewi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afor Igwe Market | |||||
| Afor Market Urualla | |||||
| Eke Main Market | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Nempi Modern Market(Orie Nempi) | |||||
| Nkwo Igbo Market | |||||
| Nkwo Okija | |||||
| Nkwogbe Ihiala | |||||
| Orie Akokwa | |||||
| Orie Market, Neni | |||||
| Orie Market, Obeledu |
Hotels in Nnewi
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nnewi
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nnewi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nnewi
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akanu Ibiam International Airport | ENU | Large Airport |
| Asaba International Airport | ABB | Large Airport |
| Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport | QOW | Medium Airport |
| Chinua Achebe International Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nnewi
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Immanuel Anglican Church Ideani | |
| Immanuel Anglican Church Ideani | |
| Okide Traditional Shrine, Ideani |
Quick Facts
Around Nnewi
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Nnewi
What is the population of Nnewi?
Nnewi has a population of 193,987 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 612 people per square mile, spread across 316.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nnewi?
Nnewi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.0 inches.