Zonkwa, Nigeria
Kaduna State · Nigeria
Zonkwa is a large city in Kaduna State, Nigeria with a population of 318,991. Elevation: 2,818 ft (859 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°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 Zonkwa
Zonkwa is the Zangon Kataf Local Government Area as well as the Bajju Chiefdom headquarters, in southern Kaduna state in the Middle Belt region of Nigeria. And the name of the chairman is Bege Gaiya Joseph.
People
Climate
| Population | 318,991 |
| Population Density | 4,581 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,818 ft (859 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.7845°, 8.2906° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Kaduna State |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.6 inches (879 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zonkwa
Zonkwa is a large city in Nigeria (Kaduna State) with a population of 318,991. The city sits at an elevation of 2,818 feet (859 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Zonkwa
Zonkwa has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Mar (27°C), the coldest is Dec (21.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 4010 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,818 ft (859 m) |
| Area | 69.6 sq mi (180.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,581/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.7845°N, 8.2906°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 10.2 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 12.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 10.4 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
Zonkwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in August to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 55.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.7") and December the driest (0.0").
Train Stations in Zonkwa
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Zonkwa
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yakubu Gowon Airport | JOS | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zonkwa
What is the population of Zonkwa?
Zonkwa has a population of 318,991 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 4,581 people per square mile, spread across 69.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zonkwa?
Zonkwa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.6 inches.
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