Makarfi has a total area of 541 square kilometers. It is located in the Sudan Savannah zone.[3]
Climate
The climate is oppressive, with a year-round temperature range of 11.6°C/53°F to 36.1°C/97°F, infrequently exceeding 38.8°C/102°F, and being primarily cloudy.[4]
With the mean annual temperature trending positively towards warmer conditions, Makarfi is experiencing a significant transition due to climate change.[5]
The hottest month in Makarfi is April, with an average high temperature of 35°C/96°F and low temperature of 21.1°C/70°F. The cool season lasts for 2.7 months, from July 7 to September 29, with an average daily high temperature below 29.4°C or 85°F. January is the coldest month in Makarfi, with an average low temperature of 12.2°C/54°F and high of 28.8°C/84°F. The hot season lasts for 1.9 months, from March 9 to May 5, with an average daily high temperature above 34°C or 94°F.[4][6] The average humidity in the LGA is 29%.[3]
