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Obudu, Nigeria
Cross River State · Nigeria
Obudu is a small city in Cross River State, Nigeria with a population of 19,668. Elevation: 735 ft (224 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Obudu
Obudu is a local government area and town in Cross River State, Nigeria. The area features a tourist resort, Obudu Mountain Resort, which hosts an annual mountain running competition called the Obudu Ranch International Mountain Race. The town of Obudu is downstream from the Obudu Dam, which has caused acute scarcity of drinking water in the dry season. The town is approximately 17 kilometres away from Bebi Airport and is a 6-hour drive from Calabar, the capital of Cross River.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,668 |
| Population Density | 96 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6682°, 9.1645° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Cross River State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.7 inches (1,796 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Obudu
Obudu is a small city in Nigeria (Cross River State) with a population of 19,668. The city sits at an elevation of 735 feet (224 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 70.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Obudu
Obudu has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.2°C), the coldest is Aug (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1595 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 208 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Area | 204.9 sq mi (530.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 96/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6682°N, 9.1645°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (155 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Obudu has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 70.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.1") and December the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Obudu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal College of Education, Obudu | College | - | Visit → |
Libraries in Obudu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Library | 0.0 |
Airports Near Obudu
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bebi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Obudu
What is the population of Obudu?
Obudu has a population of 19,668 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 204.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Obudu?
Obudu 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 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.7 inches.