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Okuta, Nigeria
Kwara State · Nigeria
Okuta is a small city in Kwara State, Nigeria with a population of 26,589. Elevation: 1,322 ft (403 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Okuta
Okuta is a town located in the Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,589 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,322 ft (403 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2187°, 3.2012° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kwara State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.3 inches (1,099 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Okuta
Okuta is a small city in Nigeria (Kwara State) with a population of 26,589. The city sits at an elevation of 1,322 feet (403 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Okuta
Okuta has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.3°C), the coldest is Dec (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1239 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,322 ft (403 m) |
| Area | 5,346.7 sq mi (13,848.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2187°N, 3.2012°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Okuta has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.1").
Gas Stations in Okuta
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Okuta
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tourou International Airport | - | Large Airport |
| Parakou Airport | PKO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Okuta
What is the population of Okuta?
Okuta has a population of 26,589 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 5,346.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Okuta?
Okuta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches.