All Countries
Osogbo, Nigeria
Osun State · Nigeria
Osogbo is a major city in Osun State, Nigeria with a population of 645,000. Elevation: 1,102 ft (336 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Osogbo, Nigeria
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Osogbo
Osogbo is a city in Nigeria. It became the capital city of Osun State in 1991. Osogbo city seats the Headquarters of both Osogbo Local Government Area and Olorunda Local Government Area. It is some 88 kilometers by road northeast of Ibadan. It is also 108 kilometres (67 mi) by road south of Ilorin and 108 kilometres (67 mi) northwest of Akure. Osogbo shares boundaries with Ikirun, Ilesa, Ede, Egbedore, Ogbomosho and Iragbiji and it is easily accessible from any part of the state because of its central nature. It is about 48 km from Ife, 32 km from Ilesa, 46 km from Iwo, 48 km from Ikire and 46 km from Ila-Orangun; the city had a population of about 200,000 people and an approximate land area of 126 km. The postal code of the area is 230. The current chairman of the council is Onibonokuta Saheed M.
People
Climate
| Population | 645,000 |
| Population Density | 35,537 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.7710°, 4.5570° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Osun State |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.0 inches (1,321 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Osogbo
Osogbo is a major city in Nigeria (Osun State) with a population of 645,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,102 feet (336 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Osogbo
Osogbo has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.3°C), the coldest is Jan (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2030 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Area | 18.2 sq mi (47.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 35,537/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.7710°N, 4.5570°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.4 in |
Osogbo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Osogbo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFRIGIST (Ex. RECTAS) O.A.U Campus Ile-Ife | University | - | Visit → |
| Fountain University | University | - | , |
| National Open University of Nigeria | University | - | , |
| Obafemi Awolowo University | University | - | Visit → |
| Obafemi Awolowo University, Moro Campus | College | - | , |
| Postgraduate College | College | - | , |
| Redeemers University, Ede | College | - | , |
Schools in Osogbo
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Girls High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ataoja School of Science | - | - | - | - |
| Oke Okanla Baptist Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. George's RCM Primary School, Ofatedo | - | - | - | - |
| Ebunoluwa Int. School | - | - | - | - |
| First Class Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| Ebunoluwa International School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Osogbo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domi Radio | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| DOMI Radio | christian | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Osogbo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aje International Market, Ido-Osun | |||||
| Aje International Market, Ido-Osun | |||||
| Ajegunle Market | |||||
| Ayegbaju International Modern Market | |||||
| Gbagede Market 1 | |||||
| Gbagede Market 2 | |||||
| Igboona Market | |||||
| Igboona Market | |||||
| New Orisunbare Market | |||||
| New Orisunbare Market | |||||
| Ode Bara Market | |||||
| Oja Ejigbo(Ejigbo Market) | |||||
| Owode Market | |||||
| Owode Market |
Hotels in Osogbo
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Osogbo
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Osogbo
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Osogbo
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Osogbo
5 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Osogbo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Osogbo
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport | ILR | Large Airport |
| Akure Airport | AKR | Medium Airport |
| Ibadan Airport | IBA | Medium Airport |
| Oshogbo Airport | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Osogbo
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove | Cultural | 2005 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Osogbo
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembly of God | |
| CAC TEMIDIRE ZONAL HEADQURTERS | |
| CAC TEMIDIRE ZONAL HEADQURTERS | |
| Calvary Baptist Church | |
| Calvary Baptist Church | |
| Christ Apostolic Church | |
| Christ Apostolic Church | |
| Dream Centre, Life Oasis Ministry | |
| Dream Centre, Life Oasis Ministry | |
| First Baptist Church, Ido-Osun | |
| Four Square Gospel Church | |
| Four Square Gospel Church | |
| New Covenant Baptist Church | |
| Osun Baptist Conference Secretariat | |
| Osun Baptist Conference Secretariat | |
| RCCG | |
| Solid-Rock Baptist Church | |
| St. Paul Anglican Church, Ido-Osun | |
| Union Baptist Church | |
| Union Baptist Church |
Quick Facts
Around Osogbo
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Osogbo
1 places within 15 km
- • Alayemore Ido-Osun Palace
🇳🇬 About Nigeria
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Osogbo
Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Osogbo
What is the population of Osogbo?
Osogbo has a population of 645,000 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 35,537 people per square mile, spread across 18.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Osogbo?
Osogbo 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 76°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches.