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Tegina, Nigeria
Niger State · Nigeria
Tegina is a small city in Niger State, Nigeria with a population of 24,037. Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tegina
Tegina is a town in Rafi LGA, Niger State, Nigeria. Various Kainji languages are spoken in and around Tegina.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,037 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.0706°, 6.1906° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Niger State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.9 inches (1,190 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tegina
Tegina is a small city in Nigeria (Niger State) with a population of 24,037. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet (270 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Tegina
Tegina has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.7°C), the coldest is Dec (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1577 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Area | 1,447.0 sq mi (3,747.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.0706°N, 6.1906°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 87°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 87°F (30°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in |
Tegina has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 77°F in August to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.5") and January the driest (0.0").
Stadiums & Teams in Tegina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tegina
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Minna Airport | MXJ | Medium Airport |
| Shiroro Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tegina
What is the population of Tegina?
Tegina has a population of 24,037 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 1,447.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tegina?
Tegina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches.