Aba, Nigeria
Major city · Population 1.2M
Aba is the 9th largest city in Nigeria with a population of approximately 1,160,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 456th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.50% of Nigeria's total population of 232.7M. Aba is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Lagos timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.9°C with 1,473 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 60 meters above sea level.
Population
1,160,000
Global Rank
#456
Country Rank
#9
% of Nigeria
0.50%
Avg Temperature
26.9°C
Annual Rainfall
1,473 mm
Elevation
60 m
Timezone
Africa/Lagos
Aba on the Map
Climate in Aba
Aba's warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Jul. The wettest month is Oct with 292 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Nigeria at a Glance
Country Population
232,679,478
Capital
Abuja
Region
Western Africa
Major Cities
107
GDP per Capita
$1,084
Life Expectancy
54.5 years
Urban Population
63.0%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Nigeria
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Aba with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ikot Ekpene | 254,806 | 39 km |
| Umuahia | 370,000 | 49 km |
| Okrika | 133,271 | 51 km |
| Port Harcourt | 2,120,000 | 54 km |
| Owerri | 545,000 | 56 km |
| Uyo | 436,606 | 63 km |
| Buguma | 135,404 | 69 km |
| Okigwe | 115,499 | 80 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Aba?
The population of Aba, Nigeria is approximately 1,160,000 people, making it the 456th largest city in the world and the 9th largest in Nigeria.
Is Aba the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja. Aba is the 9th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Aba?
Aba has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C and receives 1,473 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Jul.
What timezone is Aba in?
Aba is in the Africa/Lagos timezone.