Tsafe, Nigeria
Zamfara State · Nigeria
Tsafe is a large city in Zamfara State, Nigeria with a population of 266,929. Elevation: 1,854 ft (565 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°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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People
Climate
| Population | 266,929 |
| Population Density | 407 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,854 ft (565 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.9578°, 6.9208° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Zamfara State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.3 inches (870 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tsafe
Tsafe is a large city in Nigeria (Zamfara State) with a population of 266,929. The city sits at an elevation of 1,854 feet (565 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Tsafe
Tsafe has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Dec (20.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 957 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,854 ft (565 m) |
| Area | 655.6 sq mi (1,698.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 407/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.9578°N, 6.9208°E |
| 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 | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 87°F (30°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in |
Tsafe has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 73°F in January to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Tsafe
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gusau Airport | - | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tsafe
What is the population of Tsafe?
Tsafe has a population of 266,929 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 407 people per square mile, spread across 655.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tsafe?
Tsafe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches.
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