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Surulere, Nigeria
Lagos · Nigeria
Surulere is a large city in Lagos, Nigeria with a population of 191,920. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Surulere
Surulere is a local government area located on the mainland in Lagos State, Nigeria. It has an area of 23 km2 (8.9 sq mi). At the 2006 census, there were 503,975 inhabitants, with a population density of 21,864 inhabitants per square kilometer. The local government area is bordered by Yaba, Mushin, and Ebute-Metta.
People
Climate
| Population | 191,920 |
| Population Density | 17,447 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5015°, 3.3581° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Lagos |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.2 inches (1,479 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Surulere
Surulere is a large city in Nigeria (Lagos) with a population of 191,920. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Surulere
Surulere has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1687 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 11.0 sq mi (28.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 17,447/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5015°N, 3.3581°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in |
Surulere has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.2") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Surulere
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Heights Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Surulere
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond 92.9 FM | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Nigerian Gospel Music Radio (MP3) | christian, gospel | MP3 | |
| MajorFM | 80s, dj mixes | MP3 | |
| Air Gospel | - | MP3 | |
| The Today Africa Radio | rock | MP3 | |
| Konga103.7FM | business, commerce | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Air Radio | - | MP3 | |
| GoRadio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| GoRadio ng | afrobeat, gospel | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Surulere
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
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| Aircraft | ||||
| Didi Museum | ||||
| Lasu Museum | ||||
| National Museum | ||||
| National Museum |
Libraries in Surulere
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Covenant University Center for Learning Resources | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pan African Research Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Pan African Research Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Pan African Research Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Pan African Research Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Pan African Research Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Unilag Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
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| Unilag Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Surulere
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| Onigbongbo Market | |||||
| Owode oniri market | |||||
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| Plank Market | |||||
| Sabo Market | |||||
| solomon banjo plaza | |||||
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| Temidire Dopemu Market |
Cafes in Surulere
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Surulere
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Surulere
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Surulere
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Surulere
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Surulere
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Surulere
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Campos Memorial Mini Stadium | ||
| Lagos National Stadium | ||
| Mobolaji Johnson Arena |
Airports Near Surulere
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Murtala Muhammed International Airport | LOS | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Surulere
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nipost |
Treatment Centers in Surulere
47 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Agboyi primary health Centre (PHC) | ||
| Agboyi primary health Centre (PHC) | ||
| Anikantamo Health Post | ||
| Anikantamo Health Post | ||
| Anikantamo Health Post | ||
| Anikantamo Health Post | ||
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| Carry medical clinic | ||
| Donas Hospital | ||
| Geo Medical Center | ||
| Geo Medical Center | ||
| Geo Medical Center | ||
| Geo Medical Center | ||
| Geo Medical Center | ||
| Gilgal Dental Clinics | ||
| Gilgal Dental Clinics | ||
| Josemaria specialist clinic | ||
| Oke Ari Health Post | ||
| Oke Ari Health Post | ||
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| Oke Ari Health Post | ||
| Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre | ||
| Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre | ||
| Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre | ||
| Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre | ||
| Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre | ||
| Rivet | ||
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| Runsewe Hospital | ||
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| Zenith PHC | ||
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| Zenith PHC |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Surulere
42 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 75 Falolu Road | |
| 75 Falolu Road | |
| Assemblies of God Church | |
| Assemblies of God Church, Bariga | |
| Cathedral Church of Christ | |
| Catholic Church | |
| Celestial Church of Christ | |
| Celestial Church of Christ | |
| Chapel of Christ Our Light | |
| Christ Anglican Church, Ebute-Metta | |
| Deeper Life Bible Church | |
| El Shaddai Bible Church | |
| Ereko Methodist Cathedral | |
| Foursquare Gospel Church | |
| Good News Baptist Church | |
| Good News Baptist Church | |
| GracePlace Lagos | |
| His Worship Christian Network | |
| Holy Cross Cathedral | |
| Holy Trinity Church |
Quick Facts
Around Surulere
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Surulere
5 places within 15 km
- • Atlas Beach
- • Oniru Private Beach
- • Baale House
- • Terra Kulture Gallery
- • cluster
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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What is the population of Surulere?
Surulere has a population of 191,920 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 17,447 people per square mile, spread across 11.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Surulere?
Surulere has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.