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Okene, Nigeria
Kogi State · Nigeria
Okene is a large city in Kogi State, Nigeria with a population of 479,178. Elevation: 1,260 ft (384 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Okene
Okene is a town in the Nigerian state of Kogi. The town is based in a Local Government Area of the same name. Okene runs along the A2 highway. It had an area of 328 km2 and a population of 320,260 at the 2006 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 479,178 |
| Population Density | 3,784 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,260 ft (384 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5512°, 6.2359° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kogi State |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.2 inches (1,223 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Okene
Okene is a large city in Nigeria (Kogi State) with a population of 479,178. The city sits at an elevation of 1,260 feet (384 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Okene
Okene has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1560 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.1°F |
| 45% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,260 ft (384 m) |
| Area | 126.6 sq mi (328.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,784/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5512°N, 6.2359°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in |
Okene has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Okene
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUSTECH | University | - | , |
| FCE Okene | College | - | , |
| School of Engineering | College | - | , |
Airports Near Okene
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ajaokuta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lokoja Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Okene
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Okene
1 places within 15 km
- • Itakpe Hills
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Okene
What is the population of Okene?
Okene has a population of 479,178 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 3,784 people per square mile, spread across 126.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Okene?
Okene has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.