Maiduguri, Nigeria
Major city · Population 1.1M
Maiduguri is the 10th largest city in Nigeria with a population of approximately 1,110,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 479th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.48% of Nigeria's total population of 232.7M. Maiduguri is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Lagos timezone. The average annual temperature is 27.8°C with 772 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 321 meters above sea level.
Population
1,110,000
Global Rank
#479
Country Rank
#10
% of Nigeria
0.48%
Avg Temperature
27.8°C
Annual Rainfall
772 mm
Elevation
321 m
Timezone
Africa/Lagos
Maiduguri on the Map
Climate in Maiduguri
Maiduguri's warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Aug with 299 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 Maiduguri with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bama | 118,121 | 68 km |
| Mubi | 225,705 | 176 km |
| Maroua | 314,122 | 188 km |
| Kousséri | 139,024 | 205 km |
| N'Djamena | 1,359,526 | 207 km |
| Gashua | 125,817 | 257 km |
| Gombe | 560,000 | 278 km |
| Jimeta | 248,148 | 296 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Maiduguri?
The population of Maiduguri, Nigeria is approximately 1,110,000 people, making it the 479th largest city in the world and the 10th largest in Nigeria.
Is Maiduguri the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja. Maiduguri is the 10th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Maiduguri?
Maiduguri has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C and receives 772 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Maiduguri in?
Maiduguri is in the Africa/Lagos timezone.