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Rijau, Nigeria
Niger State · Nigeria
Rijau is a small city in Niger State, Nigeria with a population of 16,613. Elevation: 1,175 ft (358 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rijau
Rijau is a Local Government Area in Niger State, Nigeria. Its headquarters are in the town of Rijau.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,613 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1039°, 5.2556° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Niger State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.2 inches (970 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rijau
Rijau is a small city in Nigeria (Niger State) with a population of 16,613. The city sits at an elevation of 1,175 feet (358 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Rijau
Rijau has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.3°C), the coldest is Dec (22.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1439 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Area | 1,425.0 sq mi (3,690.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1039°N, 5.2556°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Rijau has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 77°F in December to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rijau
What is the population of Rijau?
Rijau has a population of 16,613 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 1,425.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rijau?
Rijau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.