Oju, Nigeria
Benue State · Nigeria
Oju is a large city in Benue State, Nigeria with a population of 168,491. Elevation: 518 ft (158 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 | 168,491 |
| Population Density | 807 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.8453°, 8.4191° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Benue State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.5 inches (1,309 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oju
Oju is a large city in Nigeria (Benue State) with a population of 168,491. The city sits at an elevation of 518 feet (158 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Oju
Oju has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.2°C), the coldest is Aug (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 867 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Area | 208.8 sq mi (540.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 807/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.8453°N, 8.4191°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in |
Oju has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 68.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.6") and January the driest (0.4").
Stadiums & Teams in Oju
| Team | League | Division |
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Meteorites Near Oju
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Oju.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ohuma | 1963 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oju
What is the population of Oju?
Oju has a population of 168,491 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 807 people per square mile, spread across 208.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oju?
Oju has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches.
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