Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
2.1M
Population
360 km2
Area
55 Mbps
Internet
18m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
PHG (8km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Port Harcourt's riverine energy courses through its oil refineries and lively waterfront, home to Nigeria's creative Nollywood scene. Digital nomads tap into fast-growing 5G networks and affordable high-rises, navigating the humid tropical climate with AC-equipped hubs. Niger Delta boat trips offer adventure beyond the desk.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Nigeria
Region
Western Africa
Population
2.1M
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
18 m
Currency
NGN
Language
English
Airport
PHG
GPS
4.78, 7.01
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
55 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
Travel
PHG airport just 8 km from the city center
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
616 total POIs 1.7 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
11
Cafes
44
Bars
3
Fast Food
17
Shopping
Supermarkets
17
Convenience
38
Shopping Malls
2
Healthcare
Hospitals
16
Clinics
18
Pharmacies
5
Education
Schools
73
Universities
6
Libraries
1
Recreation
Parks
24
Playgrounds
110
Sports
31
Cinemas
1
Museums
5
Transport
Bus Stops
2
Train Stations
4
Fuel Stations
49
Services
Banks
46
ATMs
24
Post Offices
27
Police
6
Fire Stations
5
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
55 Mbps
Download
23 Mbps
Upload
28ms
Latency
3,405
Tests
821
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Mar - Nov
29°
J
28°
F
28°
M
27°
A
26°
M
26°
J
25°
J
26°
A
26°
S
27°
O
28°
N
28°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 27 C Range: 28.6 - 25.4 C Rain: 1,756 mm/year Sunshine: 2,975 h/year
CITY SCORES
90.9
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.8
Overall
AIRPORT
PHG
Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base
8 km from center
Very close — ~12 min ride
FUN FACTS
Port Harcourt (Pidgin: Po-ta-kot or Pi-ta-kwa) is the capital and largest city of Rivers State in Nigeria.
It lies along the Bonny River and is located in the oil rich Niger Delta region.
As of 2023, Port Harcourt's urban population is approximately 3,480,000.
The population of the metropolitan area of Port Harcourt is almost twice its urban area population with a 2015 United Nations estimate of 2,344,000.
In 1950, the population of Port Harcourt was 59,752.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Port Harcourt known for?
Port Harcourt's riverine energy courses through its oil refineries and lively waterfront, home to Nigeria's creative Nollywood scene. Digital nomads tap into fast-growing 5G networks and affordable high-rises, navigating the humid tropical climate with AC-equipped hubs. Niger Delta boat trips offer adventure beyond the desk.
How fast is the internet in Port Harcourt?
Port Harcourt has an average download speed of 55 Mbps and upload speed of 23 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Port Harcourt?
Port Harcourt has an average year-round temperature of approximately 27 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Port Harcourt?
Port Harcourt is served by PHG (Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base), approximately 8 km from the city center.
What is the population of Port Harcourt?
The population of Port Harcourt is approximately 2.1M.
What infrastructure does Port Harcourt have?
Port Harcourt has 616 mapped points of interest, including 11 restaurants, 16 hospitals, 73 schools.
What country is Port Harcourt in?
Port Harcourt is located in Nigeria.
