Sandamu, Nigeria
Katsina State · Nigeria
Sandamu is a large city in Katsina State, Nigeria with a population of 224,884. Elevation: 1,654 ft (504 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Sandamu
Sandamu is a Local Government Area in Katsina State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is located in the town of Sandamu on the A2 highway in the north of the area at12°57′37″N 8°21′44″E.
People
Climate
| Population | 224,884 |
| Population Density | 81,480 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,654 ft (504 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.9616°, 8.3602° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Katsina State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.7 inches (347 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sandamu
Sandamu is a large city in Nigeria (Katsina State) with a population of 224,884. The city sits at an elevation of 1,654 feet (504 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Sandamu
Sandamu has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (32.4°C), the coldest is Dec (19.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1134 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,654 ft (504 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 81,480/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.9616°N, 8.3602°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Sandamu has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 71°F in December to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Sandamu
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Umaru Musa Yar'adua Airport | DKA | Medium Airport |
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What is the population of Sandamu?
Sandamu has a population of 224,884 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 81,480 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sandamu?
Sandamu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.
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