Ilorin, Nigeria
Major city · Population 1.1M
Ilorin is the 11th largest city in Nigeria with a population of approximately 1,080,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 490th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.48% of Nigeria's total population of 223.8M. Ilorin is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Lagos timezone. The average annual temperature is 27.6°C with 678 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 320 meters above sea level.
Population
1,080,000
Global Rank
#490
Country Rank
#11
% of Nigeria
0.48%
Avg Temperature
27.6°C
Annual Rainfall
678 mm
Elevation
320 m
Timezone
Africa/Lagos
Ilorin on the Map
Climate in Ilorin
Ilorin's warmest month is Mar and the coldest is Sep. The wettest month is Oct with 140 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Nigeria at a Glance
Country Population
223,800,000
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 Ilorin with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Offa | 113,830 | 43 km |
| Ogbomoso | 433,030 | 52 km |
| Ikirun | 134,240 | 66 km |
| Ila Orangun | 179,192 | 67 km |
| Ejigbo | 138,357 | 71 km |
| Ilobu | 118,089 | 73 km |
| Inisa | 164,161 | 76 km |
| Osogbo | 645,000 | 81 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Ilorin?
The population of Ilorin, Nigeria is approximately 1,080,000 people, making it the 490th largest city in the world and the 11th largest in Nigeria.
Is Ilorin the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja. Ilorin is the 11th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Ilorin?
Ilorin has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C and receives 678 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Mar and the coldest is Sep.
What timezone is Ilorin in?
Ilorin is in the Africa/Lagos timezone.