Oron, Nigeria
Akwa Ibom State · Nigeria
Oron is a large city in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria with a population of 156,461. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°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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About Oron
Oron is a coastal city and Local Government Area (LGA) in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It is home to the Maritime Academy of Nigeria and the Oron Museum.
People
Climate
| Population | 156,461 |
| Population Density | 6,738 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.8217°, 8.2350° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Akwa Ibom State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.1 inches (2,391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oron
Oron is a large city in Nigeria (Akwa Ibom State) with a population of 156,461. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 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 94.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Oron
Oron has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.3°C), the coldest is Aug (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2561 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 23.2 sq mi (60.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,738/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.8217°N, 8.2350°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cameroon (124 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 124 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 17.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 15.0 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 15.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in |
Oron has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 108.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.5") and January the driest (1.0").
Radio Stations near Oron
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afrobeats Gospel Radio | african, afrobeats | MP3 | |
| Softlife Afrofusion Radio | afrobeats, afrofusion | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Afrofusion Gospel Radio | afrobeats, afrofusion | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Oron
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slave History Museum |
Libraries in Oron
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross River State Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oron
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Stadiums & Teams in Oron
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Airports Near Oron
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akwa Ibom International Airport | QUO | Medium Airport |
| Margaret Ekpo International Airport | CBQ | Medium Airport |
| Eket Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oron
What is the population of Oron?
Oron has a population of 156,461 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 6,738 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oron?
Oron 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. Annual rainfall totals 94.1 inches.
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