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Potiskum, Nigeria
Yobe State · Nigeria
Potiskum is a mid-size city in Yobe State, Nigeria with a population of 86,002. Elevation: 1,401 ft (427 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Potiskum
Potiskum is a local government area and city in Yobe State northeastern part of Nigeria. It's the largest, most populous and fastest growing city in Yobe State. Of the native languages in Yobe State, Potiskum is home to several major groups which include the Karai-Karai, Ngizim and Hausa-Fulani. It is on the A3 highway at 11°43′N 11°04′E. It has an area of 559 square kilometres (216 sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 86,002 |
| Population Density | 32,825 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,401 ft (427 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.7139°, 11.0811° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Yobe State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.5 inches (622 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Potiskum
Potiskum is a mid-size city in Nigeria (Yobe State) with a population of 86,002. The city sits at an elevation of 1,401 feet (427 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Potiskum
Potiskum has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (32.6°C), the coldest is Dec (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 887 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,401 ft (427 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 32,825/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.7139°N, 11.0811°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in |
Potiskum has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 71°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.0").
Hotels in Potiskum
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Potiskum
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Muhammadu Buhari International Cargo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Potiskum
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Potiskum?
Potiskum has a population of 86,002 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 32,825 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potiskum?
Potiskum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches.