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Zungeru, Nigeria
Niger State · Nigeria
Zungeru is a small city in Niger State, Nigeria with a population of 24,447. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Zungeru
Zungeru is a town in Niger State, Nigeria. It was the capital of the British protectorate of Northern Nigeria from 1902 until 1916. It is the site of the Niger State Polytechnic and is located on the Kaduna River.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,447 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.8073°, 6.1524° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Niger State |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.4 inches (1,203 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zungeru
Zungeru is a small city in Nigeria (Niger State) with a population of 24,447. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Zungeru
Zungeru 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 | 82.0°F |
| 52% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 907.5 sq mi (2,350.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.8073°N, 6.1524°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 88°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in |
Zungeru has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 78°F in August to 88°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and January the driest (0.0").
Train Stations in Zungeru
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Zungeru
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Minna Airport | MXJ | Medium Airport |
| Bida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shiroro Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Zungeru?
Zungeru has a population of 24,447 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 907.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zungeru?
Zungeru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches.