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Archers Post, Kenya
Samburu County · Kenya
Archers Post is a small town in Samburu County, Kenya with a population of 4,620. Elevation: 2,769 ft (844 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Archers Post
Archers Post is a settlement in Kenya's Samburu County, which is home to the Samburu people. Nearby villages include Lerata. The land belongs to the Kenyan government.
There is a large military training area to the north east of Archer's Post which is used by the Kenya Defence Forces and the British Army.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,620 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,769 ft (844 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.6397°, 37.6660° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Samburu County |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.3 inches (490 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Archers Post
Archers Post is a small town in Kenya (Samburu County) with a population of 4,620. The city sits at an elevation of 2,769 feet (844 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.5°F |
| 38% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,769 ft (844 m) |
| Area | 2,368.6 sq mi (6,134.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.6397°N, 37.6660°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (51 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 51 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 168 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 169 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 177 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Marsabit | Shield | 1,707 m (5,600 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in |
Archers Post has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 73°F in July to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Archers Post
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samburu Technical and Vocational College | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Archers Post
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| isiolo/samburu complex primary | - | - | - | - |
| school of combat | - | - | - | - |
| Waso Boys Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Girgir Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Archer's Muslim Primary | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Archers Post
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Archers Post
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Archers Post
45 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Barsalinga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Borana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chaffa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dol Dol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embori Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Enasoit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gaitu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Hall Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Il Ngwesi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Isiolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kalama Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kauro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laragai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Larsens Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lentille Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lewa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mawingo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mughwongo Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mulika Lodge Airport | JJM | Small Airport |
| Namunyak Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ndonyo Lengala Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngare Ndare Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngilai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oldonyo Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oljogi Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oryx Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rojewero River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Samburu Airport | UAS | Small Airport |
| Sarara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sasaab Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shaba Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sware Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tana River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tana River Rapids Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tassia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ura Gate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Archers Post
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Mission |
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What is the population of Archers Post?
Archers Post has a population of 4,620 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,368.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Archers Post?
Archers Post has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches.