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Ogoja, Nigeria
Cross River State · Nigeria
Ogoja is a mid-size city in Cross River State, Nigeria with a population of 37,466. Elevation: 315 ft (96 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ogoja
Ogoja is a Local Government Area in Cross River State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ogoja town in the northeast of the area near the A4 highway at 6°39′17″N 8°47′51″E.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,466 |
| Population Density | 62 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6584°, 8.7992° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Cross River State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.5 inches (1,842 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ogoja
Ogoja is a mid-size city in Nigeria (Cross River State) with a population of 37,466. The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet (96 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Ogoja
Ogoja has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.4°C), the coldest is Aug (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1063 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Area | 604.7 sq mi (1,566.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 62/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6584°N, 8.7992°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (193 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 10.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in |
Ogoja has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 72.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (0.4").
Farmers Markets in Ogoja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ndack Market | |||||
| Okuku Market |
Airports Near Ogoja
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bebi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ogoja
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Salem Family Ogoja |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ogoja
What is the population of Ogoja?
Ogoja has a population of 37,466 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 604.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ogoja?
Ogoja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.5 inches.