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El Wak, Kenya
Mandera County · Kenya
El Wak is a mid-size city in Mandera County, Kenya with a population of 60,732. Elevation: 1,260 ft (384 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About El Wak
El Wak, also Elwak, is a town in Kenya, on the international border with Somalia. The name El Wak translates into "the well of God". There are about 50 wells spread across the town, each approximately 60 feet deep with interconnected underground passages.
People
Climate
| Population | 60,732 |
| Population Density | 248 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,260 ft (384 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.8092°, 40.9289° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Mandera County |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.4 inches (341 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Wak
El Wak is a mid-size city in Kenya (Mandera County) with a population of 60,732. The city sits at an elevation of 1,260 feet (384 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in El Wak
El Wak has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (30°C), the coldest is Jul (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 717 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,260 ft (384 m) |
| Area | 244.5 sq mi (633.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 248/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.8092°N, 40.9289°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in |
El Wak has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in July to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 13.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Farmers Markets in El Wak
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra-Modern Elwak Regional Market |
Gas Stations in El Wak
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near El Wak
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Wak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Takabba Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
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Frequently Asked Questions About El Wak
What is the population of El Wak?
El Wak has a population of 60,732 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 248 people per square mile, spread across 244.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Wak?
El Wak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.4 inches.