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Bura Tana, Kenya
Tana River County · Kenya
Bura Tana is a small city in Tana River County, Kenya with a population of 13,650. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 13,650 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.1933°, 39.8405° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Tana River County |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.6 inches (446 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bura Tana
Bura Tana is a small city in Kenya (Tana River County) with a population of 13,650. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 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 17.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Bura Tana
Bura Tana has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Feb (31.1°C), the coldest is Jul (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 587 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Area | 6,474.8 sq mi (16,769.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.1933°N, 39.8405°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in |
Bura Tana has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in July to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.3").
Schools in Bura Tana
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Godia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Huruma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hirimani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Missions Of Hope International Morokani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hirimani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Bura Tana
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baomo Tana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bura East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bura West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Garissa Airport | GAS | Small Airport |
| Hola Airport | HOA | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Bura Tana?
Bura Tana has a population of 13,650 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 6,474.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bura Tana?
Bura Tana 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. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches.