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Patigi, Nigeria
Kwara State · Nigeria
Patigi is a small city in Kwara State, Nigeria with a population of 28,285. Elevation: 404 ft (123 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Patigi
Pategi or Patigi is a town and local government in Kwara State, Nigeria with the headquarters located at the town. The town is the headquarters of Pategi Emirate. It is inhabited by the Nupe people who speak the Nupe language. They are farmers, aquatic sellers/fishers and traders. They are known to be governed by a monarch.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,285 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.7285°, 5.7556° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kwara State |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.3 inches (1,126 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Patigi
Patigi is a small city in Nigeria (Kwara State) with a population of 28,285. The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet (123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Patigi
Patigi has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.6°C), the coldest is Jan (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1254 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 1,153.7 sq mi (2,988.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.7285°N, 5.7556°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 87°F (30°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Patigi has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 78°F in August to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (0.1").
Airports Near Patigi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bida Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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Frequently Asked Questions About Patigi
What is the population of Patigi?
Patigi has a population of 28,285 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 1,153.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Patigi?
Patigi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches.