Omasi, also known as Omashi, is a town situated within the Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria.
It consists of two main communities: Omasi Agu and Omasi Uno. Omasi Agu includes the villages of Ugbene, Umuata, and Obune-Oshia.
The primary educational institutions in Omasi include Central Primary School, Tempo Migrant Farmers School, Ayamelum Migrant Farmers School Ikepan Omasi-Agu, and Unity Primary School. The town's secondary school is Universal Secondary School.
Geography:
Omasi is located in the Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, close to the border with Enugu State. Its geographic coordinates are Latitude 6.70408° (6° 42' 15" N) and Longitude 6.97963° (6° 58' 47" E), with an elevation of 48 meters (157 feet) above sea level. The town's postal code is 433114.
Weather:
Omasi experiences distinct wet and dry seasons. The dry season runs from November to April and is characterized by drier, windier conditions, often during the harmattan season. Northeastern winds contribute to cooler nighttime temperatures, with daytime temperatures averaging around 32°C.
The rainy season occurs from May to October, with the heaviest rainfall typically in June and July. It is often preceded by strong winds and thunderstorms. On dry days, temperatures range around 26°C during the day and 20°C at night. The region receives an average of 212.36 millimeters (8.36 inches) of rainfall annually, with approximately 243.38 rainy days per year.