Major city · Nigeria
Nnewi
Spend a half day for the Nkwo Nnewi market and local food; add a night if you want a hotel stay.
Nnewi is a fast-developing commercial hub in Anambra State, known for its large spare-parts market, industrial activity and the New Yam Festival. Motorcycles dominate transport, and a range of budget hotels serve visitors.
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More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- NGN
- Best months
- Nov–Feb (dry season)
- avoid Jun–Sep (heavy rain)
- Airports
- QBC · ENU
- Nights
- 0–1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 7Nine African countries on this site have no trip line bec…Carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate on…
- Africa ↗When a route touches a yellow-fever country — even a transit of 12 hours or more — keep the original yellow card (ICVP) in your hand luggage; health desks and airlines can refuse boarding or entry without it.
- Africa ↗Nine African countries on this site have no trip line because governments advise against travel; several others have no-go regions. Read your government's advice for every country on the route before paying deposits.
- West Africa ↗Carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate on any West African trip: several countries on the coast road demand it of every arrival, and the rest demand it after you have passed through a neighbour.
- West Africa ↗Cross land borders and drive between cities in daylight only; plan each crossing as a full travel day with cash for fees and passport copies for checkpoints.
- Nigeria ↗Check visa and entry rules for your passport with the Nigeria Immigration Service or a Nigerian mission; most visitors need a visa arranged before travel.
- Nigeria ↗Governments advise against all or all but essential travel to a number of Nigerian states; check your own government's advice for each state on your route.
- Nigeria ↗Check the yellow-fever vaccination certificate rules for Nigeria before you fly; carry the certificate with your passport.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide8 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 Nnewi112 ▾
- National emergency112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Nnewi, 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
- SafetyStay alert in market areas, keep valuables hidden, and follow local advice; travel after dark is not recommended.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and restaurants; carry tissue and hand sanitiser.Nigeria-wide
- Emergency numbers112 National emergency (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.
- AirportQBC Asaba International Airport (About 1.5 h drive; no direct bus — arrange a taxi or private car.).
- Getting aroundMotorcycles are the main transport; many households own one.
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
- QBC Asaba International Airport (About 1.5 h drive; no direct bus — arrange a taxi or private car.) · ENU Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu (About 1.5 h drive; shared taxi or bus to Nnewi.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Nnewi: 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
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Jun
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°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
Motorcycles are the main transport; many households own one. Tricycles, shuttle buses and private cars supplement travel across the city.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: ≈ 45 min
Bus from Nnewi bus station, about 30 min; or taxi 20 min
State capital, markets and historic sites.
Door to door: ≈ 30 min
Bus or shared taxi, about 20 min; private car 15 min
Large market and riverfront.
Door to door: ≈ 1 h 30 min
Bus, about 1 h 20 min; train not available
Check security advice; travel after dark not recommended.
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.
Executive Golden Nugget Hotel & Suites
Calm environment, local dishes.
Chunique Royal Hotel & Suites
Luxurious rooms, conference facilities.
De Next Centre Hotel & Suites
Pocket-friendly deluxe suites.
Glamour Park Hotel and Suites
Executive rooms, bar and nightclub.
The Nnewi Hotel and Events Centre
Restaurant, gym, CCTV security.
The Seymour Hotel
Indoor bar, lounge, restaurant.
BetheEgol Suites
Convenient location, modern amenities.
Calido Fine Hotel
Premium food, deluxe rooms.
Cinnamon Hotel
Affordable rooms, complimentary food service.
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
- ₦5,000–8,000 excl. bed (check)
- Mid
- ₦8,000–12,000 excl. bed (check)
- High
- ₦12,000+ excl. bed (check)
Watch out
Safety
- Check local security advice; some areas may have safety concerns.
- Travel after dark is not recommended.
Emergency numbers
- National emergency
- 112
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 Nnewi. 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 (dry season) · avoid Jun–Sep (heavy rain) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 9 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata coordinates
- secondaryWikivoyage: Nnewi, revision 5265727 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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