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Okigwe, Nigeria
Imo State · Nigeria
Okigwe is a large city in Imo State, Nigeria with a population of 115,499. Elevation: 518 ft (158 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Okigwe
Okigwe is the third largest city in Imo state in Nigeria after Owerri and Orlu. Okigwe is located in the Okigwe Local Government Area (LGA) of Nigeria. The city lies between the Port Harcourt-Enugu-Maiduguri rail line, being the nearest city to the biggest cattle market in Nigeria located in the Umu Nneochi Area of Abia state. Thus, the city has grown into a major cattle transit town for the South-East and South subregions of Nigeria. Okigwe has a population of 132,237. Most of the population is made up of immigrant workers from other states. Okigwe city was the primary host site of the old Imo State University. Okigwe has various tourist and historical sites. Okigwe remains one of the breadbaskets of Nigeria with terrace cultivation practised on its hilly farmlands. St. Mary's Cathedral in Okigwe is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Okigwe. In 2016, the Imo state government recommissioned a new cattle market in the city in respect to the previous one that has been relocated to Abia.
People
Climate
| Population | 115,499 |
| Population Density | 865 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8292°, 7.3506° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Imo State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.5 inches (2,070 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Okigwe
Okigwe is a large city in Nigeria (Imo State) with a population of 115,499. The city sits at an elevation of 518 feet (158 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Okigwe
Okigwe has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.3°C), the coldest is Aug (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1497 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 188 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Area | 133.5 sq mi (345.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 865/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8292°N, 7.3506°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 12.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
Okigwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 81.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.7") and December the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Okigwe
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abia State University | University | - | Visit → |
| Gregory University Uturu | University | - | , |
Radio Stations near Okigwe
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Radio International | entretenimiento, highlife | MP3 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Okigwe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ekeamainyi Market Amainyi | |||||
| Ekeikpa Market Amainyi | |||||
| Orie Akokwa | |||||
| Oriendu | |||||
| Ubani Modern Market |
Clinics in Okigwe
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Okigwe
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Okigwe
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Okigwe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Okigwe
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 |
Quick Facts
Around Okigwe
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇳🇬 About Nigeria
Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Okigwe
What is the population of Okigwe?
Okigwe has a population of 115,499 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 865 people per square mile, spread across 133.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Okigwe?
Okigwe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.5 inches.