Major city · Nigeria
Irefi
Spend a half‑day in Irefi, combine with Nnewi; no need to stay overnight.
Irefi is a small village in Anambra State, best visited as a quick stop while exploring nearby Nnewi. One half‑day is enough to see the market area and experience local transport.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- NGN
- Best months
- Nov–Feb, Mar–May
- avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season)
- Airports
- ABB · ENU · QOW
- Nights
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Not a trip line yet
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Irefi112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Irefi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Nigerian naira (NGN, ₦).Nigeria-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckMTN, Airtel, Glo and 9mobile; SIM registration needs a passport and NIN-style biometric capture — foreigners register at company offices (check).Nigeria-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap.Nigeria-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if service is not added.Nigeria-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets D/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Nigeria-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for daytime visits; stay aware of traffic and follow local advice.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and restaurants; carry tissue and hand sanitiser.Nigeria-wide
- Emergency numbers112 National emergency · 112 police (anambra command) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSunday mornings are church time in the south; Friday midday prayers in the north.Nigeria-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckABB Asaba International Airport (Nearest airport with scheduled flights; about 1.5–2 h by road to Nnewi and Irefi — check).
- Getting aroundLocal travel is by bike, tricycle (okada), private car or on foot; distances are short.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedGuesthouse in Nnewi, a night, per roomNGN 3,000
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse in Nnewi, a night, per roomNGN 5,000
- High-end bedGuesthouse in Nnewi, a night, per roomNGN 8,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NGN 2,000 · Mid NGN 3,500 · High NGN 5,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ABB Asaba International Airport (Nearest airport with scheduled flights; about 1.5–2 h by road to Nnewi and Irefi — check) · ENU Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu (Alternative; about 2–2.5 h by road — check) · QOW Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri (Alternative; about 2–2.5 h by road — check)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Feb
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Mar
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
Care
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Care
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Mixed: Apr–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Feb (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C) low), wettest Sep (19 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Irefi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Feb
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
18 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
17 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
19 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
Dec
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local travel is by bike, tricycle (okada), private car or on foot; distances are short.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Nnewi town centre
goDoor to door: ≈ 20 min round trip
Bus or okada from Irefi, about 10–15 min
Visit the larger market and historic sites in Nnewi.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Nnewi
Stay in Nnewi (hotels, guesthouses) and travel to Irefi by bus or okada; no dedicated lodging in Irefi.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₦2,000–3,500 excl. bed
- Mid
- ₦3,500–6,000 excl. bed
- High
- ₦6,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse in Nnewi1 × 1 night × NGN 3,000 | NGN 3,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × NGN 2,000 | NGN 4,000 |
| Bus Nnewi ↔ Irefi, both ways2 × NGN 500 | NGN 1,000 |
| Okada ride, one way2 × NGN 300 | NGN 600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NGN 860 |
| Trip total≈ NGN 4,730 per person per day, bed included | NGN 9,460 |
2026 estimate; no lodging in Irefi itself.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Local meal (rice and soup) | ₦500–1,200 |
| Bottle of water (500 ml) | ₦50–150 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Traffic on narrow streets can be chaotic; ride cautiously.
- Check local security advisories for Anambra State.
Emergency numbers
- National emergency
- 112
- Police (Anambra command)
- 112
Pocket card
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IrefiIrefi
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My bed tonight
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Biko, mee ka m ruo ebe aTo this address, please
Emergency
- National emergency112
- Police (Anambra command)112
Embassy
US consulate is in Lagos; check for the nearest Nigerian consular services.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Nnewi → Irefi: about ₦500 one way, 10–15 min
Say or show
- Biko — Excuse me / Sorry (biko)
- Daalụ — Thank you (daalụ)
- Ego ole ka ọ bụ? — How much is it? (ego ole ka ọ bụ?)
- Ebe ahịa dị? — Where is the market? (ebe ahịa dị?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Irefi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb, Mar–May · avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
- 3 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Combine Irefi with a Nnewi overnight stay for a fuller experience.
Sources
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