Shanga, Nigeria
Kebbi · Nigeria
Shanga is a large city in Kebbi, Nigeria with a population of 127,142. Elevation: 548 ft (167 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°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 Shanga
Shanga is a Local Government Area in Kebbi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is in the town of Shanga.
People
Climate
| Population | 127,142 |
| Population Density | 1,600 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.2137°, 4.5794° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kebbi |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.3 inches (921 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shanga
Shanga is a large city in Nigeria (Kebbi) with a population of 127,142. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet (167 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Shanga
Shanga has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (31°C), the coldest is Dec (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1490 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.5°F |
| 55% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) |
| Area | 79.5 sq mi (205.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,600/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2137°N, 4.5794°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 90°F (32°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 92°F (33°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 89°F (31°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Shanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 79°F in December to 92°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.5") and January the driest (0.0").
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shanga
What is the population of Shanga?
Shanga has a population of 127,142 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 1,600 people per square mile, spread across 79.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shanga?
Shanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches.
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