Nigeria Population (2026)
Population of Nigeria with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Nigeria
Nigeria ranks #1 by population among 23 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Nigeria
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 9°4′35.4″N 7°23′55″E (9.0765, 7.3986) |
| Capital | Abuja |
| Population | 223.000.000 |
| Area | 356.669 sq mi |
| ISO code | NG |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | NGA |
| Currency | Nigerian naira (NGN) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +234 |
| Time zone | Africa/Lagos |
| Local time | 9:15 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | January, February, April, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Nigeria is a country in Africa. Nigeria is a country in Africa with its capital at Abuja. It has a population of about 223 million. The capital is Abuja.
Right now it is 78°F (25°C) in Nigeria with overcast. It feels like 86°F. Today runs from 73°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 51%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Nigeria is January, February, April, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 97°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 70°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is 6.1°F above the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Nigeria today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 9°4′35.4″N 7°23′55″E (9.0765, 7.3986)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nigeria?
Nigeria is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 9.0765, 7.3986. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Nigeria right now?
It is currently 78°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 86% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nigeria?
January, February, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Nigeria, which has a Mediterranean climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nigeria in?
Nigeria observes Africa/Lagos (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:15 AM.
How many people live in Nigeria?
Nigeria has a population of approximately 223 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 9:15 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
