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Eldas, Kenya
Wajir County · Kenya
Eldas is a small city in Wajir County, Kenya with a population of 12,270. Elevation: 1,329 ft (405 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 12,270 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,329 ft (405 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.4918°, 39.5665° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Wajir County |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.6 inches (321 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Eldas
Eldas is a small city in Kenya (Wajir County) with a population of 12,270. The city sits at an elevation of 1,329 feet (405 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Eldas
Eldas has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.6°C), the coldest is Jul (25.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 748 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,329 ft (405 m) |
| Area | 3,440.8 sq mi (8,911.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.4918°N, 39.5665°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Marsabit (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Marsabit | Shield | 1,707 m (5,600 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in |
Eldas has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in July to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Eldas
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldas computer training institute | College | - | , |
| Eldas Vocational training centre | College | - | , |
Schools in Eldas
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldas primary school ECD | - | - | - | - |
| Eldas Wagberi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Eldas primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Masalale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Madrasatul salaam | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Eldas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldas Fresh Produce Market | |||||
| Karen store | |||||
| Malkamari shopping centre | |||||
| Moyale shop | |||||
| Qumuley | |||||
| Salaams food court |
Clinics in Eldas
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Eldas
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Eldas
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Buna Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Eldas
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Community mosque | |
| Jamia Mosque | |
| Masalale Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Eldas
What is the population of Eldas?
Eldas has a population of 12,270 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,440.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Eldas?
Eldas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.6 inches.