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Shinkafi, Nigeria
Zamfara State · Nigeria
Shinkafi is a small city in Zamfara State, Nigeria with a population of 9,324. Elevation: 1,079 ft (329 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 9,324 |
| Population Density | 2,168 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0730°, 6.5057° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Zamfara State |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.5 inches (520 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shinkafi
Shinkafi is a small city in Nigeria (Zamfara State) with a population of 9,324. The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet (329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,168/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0730°N, 6.5057°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Shinkafi has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 73°F in January to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Clinics in Shinkafi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Shinkafi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maradi Airport | MFQ | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Shinkafi?
Shinkafi has a population of 9,324 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 2,168 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shinkafi?
Shinkafi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches.