Bura, Kenya
Garissa County · Kenya
Bura is a small city in Garissa County, Kenya with a population of 6,496. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Bura
Bura is a town in Tana River County, Kenya.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,496 |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.0943°, 39.9419° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Garissa County |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.7 inches (425 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bura
Bura is a small city in Kenya (Garissa County) with a population of 6,496. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.0943°S, 39.9419°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 83°F (28°C) | 2.6 in |
Bura has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in July to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Bura
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghamano School | - | - | - | - |
| Cheadle Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tune PrimarySchool | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bura
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bura East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bura West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Garissa Airport | GAS | Small Airport |
| Hola Airport | HOA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bura
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bura
What is the population of Bura?
Bura has a population of 6,496 residents and is located in Kenya..
What is the weather like in Bura?
Bura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches.
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