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Oyo, Nigeria
Oyo State · Nigeria
Oyo is a major city in Oyo State, Nigeria with a population of 736,072. Elevation: 938 ft (286 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Oyo
Oyo is a city in Oyo State, Nigeria. It was founded as the capital of the remnant of the historic Oyo empire in the 1830s, and is known to its people as 'New Oyo' to distinguish it from the former capital to the north, 'Old Oyo' (Ọ̀yọ́-Ilé), which had been deserted as a result of the Yoruba Civil Wars. Its inhabitants are mostly of the Yoruba people, and its ruler is the Alaafin of Oyo.
People
Climate
| Population | 736,072 |
| Population Density | 786 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.8537°, 3.9324° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Oyo State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.0 inches (1,194 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oyo
Oyo is a major city in Nigeria (Oyo State) with a population of 736,072. The city sits at an elevation of 938 feet (286 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Oyo
Oyo has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.5°C), the coldest is Dec (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1932 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Area | 937.1 sq mi (2,427.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 786/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.8537°N, 3.9324°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in |
Oyo has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.8") and January the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Oyo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ajayi Crowther University | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Oyo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal School of Surveying | - | - | - | - |
| Federal School of Surveying | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Oyo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajegunle Market | |||||
| market | |||||
| market | |||||
| Oja Ale | |||||
| Oja Ale | |||||
| Oluwo Market | |||||
| Oluwo Market |
Restaurants in Oyo
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Oyo
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oyo
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Oyo
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Oyo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport | ILR | Large Airport |
| Ibadan Airport | IBA | Medium Airport |
| Oshogbo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oyo
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CAC | |
| CAC | |
| central mosque | |
| Deeper life Church | |
| Deeper life Church | |
| Deeper Regional HQ | |
| Deeper Regional HQ | |
| FSS Chapel | |
| FSS Chapel | |
| Mosque | |
| VICTORIOUS GLOBAL BIBLE MISSION - AYO NI O INC | |
| VICTORIOUS GLOBAL BIBLE MISSION - AYO NI O INC |
Quick Facts
Around Oyo
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Oyo
2 places within 15 km
- • Agidan Hill
- • Owini Hill
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Oyo
What is the population of Oyo?
Oyo has a population of 736,072 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 786 people per square mile, spread across 937.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oyo?
Oyo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches.