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When to go: Ogbomoso month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Ogbomoso are typically July, October and November, with average daytime highs around 29–33°C. February is usually the warmest month (average high 36°C), January the coldest (average low 20°C), and September the wettest (about 197 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.6 | 19.9 | 1 | 10.4 |
| February | 35.9 | 21.8 | 7 | 10.2 |
| March | 35.3 | 23.9 | 40 | 9.3 |
| April | 34.0 | 23.8 | 55 | 9.3 |
| May | 32.4 | 23.4 | 65 | 9.2 |
| June | 30.0 | 22.3 | 123 | 8.0 |
| July | 28.5 | 21.8 | 151 | 7.4 |
| August | 28.1 | 21.4 | 166 | 6.7 |
| September | 28.8 | 21.6 | 197 | 6.7 |
| October | 30.5 | 22.1 | 108 | 8.2 |
| November | 33.0 | 22.2 | 12 | 9.8 |
| December | 34.1 | 20.5 | 1 | 10.4 |
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- Documented history · 1891
According to an early missionary, "Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́ in 1891 was a walled city, the gates of which were closely watched by day and securely closed by night.
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01 · QuestionsQuestions about Ogbomoso
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Where is Ogbomoso located? Ogbomoso is a city situated in Oyo State, south-western Nigeria, located at latitude 8.13373 and longitude 4.24014. The area is positioned between Igbọn and Irẹṣà-Arẹṣà to the west, Oníkòyí to the east, Olúgbọ́n to the north, and Tìmì of Ẹdẹ to the south.
What is the administrative and regional standing of the city? Operating within the Africa/Lagos timezone, Ogbomoso is not a capital city. However, it encompasses five local governments with twelve local council development areas and serves as the second largest city in Oyo State.
How does the geography relate to its surroundings? The city is connected to approximately 257 surrounding villages and emerging towns that are amalgamated under the rulership of the Soun. Historically, the area was isolated from other Yoruba towns, featuring a picturesque and well-watered setting surrounded by a defensive wall and moat.
02 · OverviewOgbomoso, in brief
Ogbomoso (also known as Ogbomosho or Ògbómọ̀ṣọ́) is a major city situated in Oyo State, south-western Nigeria. Positioned geographically at latitude 8.13373 and longitude 4.24014, the urban center holds a prominent place as the second largest city in Oyo State and the third most populated city in South Western Nigeria, following Lagos and Ibadan.
Where is this settlement located within the regional topography of the country? The historical area defined as Ogbomoso sits between specific neighbouring domains: Igbọ́n and Ìrẹṣà—Arẹṣà to the west, Oníkòyí to the east, Olúgbọ́n to the north, and Tìmì of Ẹdẹ to the south. Founded in the mid-17th century by a hunter named Ogunlola, the settlement grew from a strategic fortified site into a sprawling urban area that currently encompasses 5 local governments and 12 local council development areas (LCDAs).
How did the surrounding geography shape its early development and defense? Historical records note that 19th-century travellers described Ogbomoso as a picturesque, well-watered, walled city separated from other Yoruba towns. The defense of the community heavily relied on a surrounding wall and moat, alongside the strategic location of the town along northern and southern transit routes. Over the centuries, territorial conflicts such as the Fulani wars drew displaced populations to the region, significantly expanding its geographic footprint and population.
Today, the city operates within the Africa/Lagos timezone, utilizing the Nigerian Naira (NGN) as its currency. While the principal inhabitants are the Yoruba people, the urban area is also home to residents from various other parts of Nigeria and neighbouring West African countries who speak multiple languages including English, Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, and Fulfulde.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ogbomoso
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01 · Q&AWhere is Ogbomoso located and what are its coordinates?
Ogbomoso is situated in Nigeria at geographic coordinates 8.1337, 4.2401, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Ogbomoso?
Ogbomoso has a recorded population of approximately 433,030 and observes the Africa/Lagos time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Ogbomoso?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Ogbomoso include EN-NG, HA, YO, IG, FF, with NGN used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Ogbomoso?
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