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Funzi, Kenya

Kwale County · Kenya

Funzi is a small town in Kwale County, Kenya with a population of 1,066. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,066 Population 9/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
68.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Funzi

Funzi Island is a settlement in Kenya's Kwale County. Funzi consists of four mangrove covered islands where Funzi Island is the main island and the only one with permanent inhabitants. There is one village on the island with approximately 1500 members of the Shirazi Tribe. The absolute majority are Muslims and sustain on fishing and agriculture. The archipelago is located in Kwale district and is less known to tourists than the nearby Diani Beach.

People

Population1,066
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain68.5 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population1,066
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-4.5789°, 39.4379°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceKwale County
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation68.5 inches (1,740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Funzi

Funzi is a small town in Kenya (Kwale County) with a population of 1,066. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Funzi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 68.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above Kenya avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area124.1 sq mi (321.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-4.5789°N, 39.4379°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.5"
80% above Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 12.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2023.

Mar 13, 1990 29 km ENE of Mombasa, Kenya M5.5 85 km
Dec 8, 1995 53 km NNW of Mlalo, Tanzania M5.0 72 km
Mar 13, 2020 20 km N of Maramba, Tanzania M4.9 100 km
Feb 27, 1995 19 km SSW of Takaungu, Kenya M4.9 90 km
Feb 8, 2023 Kenya M4.7 38 km
Feb 5, 2017 18 km ENE of Tanga, Tanzania M4.5 54 km
Feb 14, 2008 19 km SSW of Shimoni, Kenya M4.5 29 km
Jun 17, 2006 11 km SE of Mombasa, Kenya M4.2 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1930 MOMBASA Earthquake 6.0 m - 64 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in
February 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 3.0 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
May 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in Wettest
June 77°F (25°C) 4.8 in
July 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
August 76°F (24°C) 3.0 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in
October 78°F (26°C) 3.4 in
November 80°F (27°C) 4.4 in
December 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in

Funzi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (12.1") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Funzi

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
shirazi secondary - - - -
ramisi secondary - - - -
Ramisi Secondary School - - - -
kanana primary - - - -
Funzi Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Funzi

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Jay Fm - AAC

Museums in Funzi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Colobus Conservation

Farmers Markets in Funzi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kanana Market

Airports Near Funzi

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moi International AirportMBALarge Airport
Pemba AirportPMAMedium Airport
Tanga AirportTGTMedium Airport
Bamburi AirportBMQSmall Airport
Funzi Island Airport-Small Airport
Kijipwa Airport-Small Airport
Kwale Airport-Small Airport
Lunga-Lunga Airport-Small Airport
Ukunda AirstripUKASmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Funzi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kanana Fellowship Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Nairobi

🇰🇪 About Kenya

Capital Nairobi
Population 51,393,010
Area 582,650 km²
GDP (USD) $107,500,884,685
GDP per capita $1,943
HDI 0.601
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 35.0%
Urban population 31.6%
Currency KES (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +254
TLD .ke
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Kenya

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Jun 1 Madaraka Day Madaraka Day
Oct 10 Mazingira Day Mazingira Day
Oct 20 Mashujaa Day Mashujaa Day
Dec 12 Jamhuri Day Jamhuri Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Funzi

What is the population of Funzi?

Funzi has a population of 1,066 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 124.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Funzi?

Funzi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 68.5 inches.

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