Wurno, Nigeria
Sokoto · Nigeria
Wurno is a large city in Sokoto, Nigeria with a population of 162,403. Elevation: 896 ft (273 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°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 Wurno
Wurno is a Local Government Area in Sokoto State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is in the town of Wurno, near the Gagere River.
People
Climate
| Population | 162,403 |
| Population Density | 614 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.2905°, 5.4237° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Sokoto |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (545 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wurno
Wurno is a large city in Nigeria (Sokoto) with a population of 162,403. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet (273 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Wurno
Wurno has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (33.7°C), the coldest is Dec (22°C). Average annual precipitation is 854 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.9°F |
| 54% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Area | 264.5 sq mi (685.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 614/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.2905°N, 5.4237°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 91°F (33°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 91°F (33°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Wurno has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 75°F in January to 91°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Farmers Markets in Wurno
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Market | |||||
| Central Market | |||||
| Central Market |
Clinics in Wurno
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wurno
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport | SKO | Large Airport |
Treatment Centers in Wurno
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ali Jodi PHC | ||
| Ali Jodi PHC | ||
| Kwanni PHC | ||
| PHC Assada | ||
| PHC GAGI | ||
| PHC Rinin Tawaye | ||
| PHC Rumbukawa | ||
| Yar Akija Basic Health Clinic |
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Meteorites Near Wurno
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Wurno.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Goronyo | 2001 |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wurno
What is the population of Wurno?
Wurno has a population of 162,403 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 614 people per square mile, spread across 264.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wurno?
Wurno has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.
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