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Garissa, Kenya
Garissa County · Kenya
Garissa is a large city in Garissa County, Kenya with a population of 163,399. Elevation: 482 ft (147 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Garissa
Garissa is the capital of Garissa County, Kenya. It is situated in the former North Eastern Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 163,399 |
| Population Density | 172 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.4528°, 39.6460° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Garissa County |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.7 inches (347 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Garissa
Garissa is a large city in Kenya (Garissa County) with a population of 163,399. The city sits at an elevation of 482 feet (147 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Garissa
Garissa has an average annual temperature of 29.1°C (84°F). The hottest month is Mar (31.2°C), the coldest is Jul (27.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 359 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.2°F |
| 54% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Area | 948.0 sq mi (2,455.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 172/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.4528°N, 39.6460°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 87°F (30°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 84°F (29°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 83°F (28°C) | 2.3 in |
Garissa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 80°F in July to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Garissa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amani Hall | University | - | , |
| Amani Hall | University | - | , |
| Amani Hall | University | - | , |
| Clinic | University | - | , |
| Clinic Laboratory | University | - | , |
| Clinic Planted Forest | University | - | , |
| English | University | - | , |
| Ewaso Canteen | University | - | , |
| Ewaso hostel | University | - | , |
| Galana Hostel | University | - | , |
| Ganana institute | College | - | , |
| Garissa Medical Training College | College | - | , |
| Garissa National Polytechnic | College | - | , |
| Garissa University | University | 2011 | Visit → |
| Garissa vocational training centre | College | - | , |
| GaU Cafeteria Store | University | - | , |
| GaU Cafeteria Water Point | University | - | , |
| GaU Cafeteria Water Tank | University | - | , |
| GaU Drainage Terrain | University | - | , |
| GaU Education Arts And Social Sciences Department | University | - | , |
| GaU Graduation Square | University | - | , |
| GaU Institute Of Peace And Security Studies | University | - | , |
| GaU Kitchen Gas Supply | University | - | , |
| GaU Kitchen Water Storage Tank | University | - | , |
| GaU Parking | University | - | , |
| GaU Power House | University | - | , |
| GaU Workshop | University | - | , |
| Geospatial Innovation Center | University | - | , |
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| Lecture Halls | University | - | , |
| Mess Extension | University | - | , |
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| North Eastern National Polytechnic | College | - | , |
| Resting Ground | University | - | , |
| Tana hostel garden | University | - | , |
| Tana Hostels | University | - | , |
| Umoja Hall | University | - | , |
| Umoja Hall | University | - | , |
| University Power Transformers | University | - | , |
| Washing Point | University | - | , |
Schools in Garissa
48 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Lab | - | - | - | - |
| Hyuga girls primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Bakuyu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mororo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Madogo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ziwani Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Maramtu Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Anole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hatata Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Madogo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Geospatial Innovation Center | - | - | - | - |
| Monument Statue | - | - | - | - |
| Sambul primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Library | - | - | - | - |
| Football Ground | - | - | - | - |
| School Of Pure And Apllied Science | - | - | - | - |
| Orientation Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Lecture Halls 1-4 | - | - | - | - |
| Dean Of Students Office | - | - | - | - |
| Recycling Bin | - | - | - | - |
| Hand Washing Point | - | - | - | - |
| Power Station | - | - | - | - |
| Garissa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Theley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Umma integrated acadamey | - | - | - | - |
| Madogo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| AP Goodwish Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Modika Academy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Al Farour Boys Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Garissa High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Peter's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mnara Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Young Muslim Boys High School | - | - | - | - |
| Anole Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| kazuku girls school | - | - | - | - |
| ADC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| NAJAH CHILDREN'S HOME AND ORPHANAGE CENTER | - | - | - | - |
| Young Muslim | - | - | - | - |
| Salama girls high school | - | - | - | - |
| Bour Agy primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Najah Children's Home | - | - | - | - |
| Iftin primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Gallet academy | - | - | - | - |
| Najah primary | - | - | - | - |
| Garissa sunshine Academy | - | - | - | - |
| ADC primary | - | - | - | - |
| Mnara junior primary school | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Garissa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services-Mbalambala | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library Service Garissa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Garissa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adc market | |||||
| Bouralgy market | |||||
| bula punda market | |||||
| Bulla iftin market | |||||
| Hanan market | |||||
| Iftin stage market | |||||
| Lamus market | |||||
| Maqbul mini market | |||||
| Mashaallah shop | |||||
| Mini market | |||||
| Mwalimu shop | |||||
| Usadik house |
Restaurants in Garissa
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Garissa
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Garissa
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Garissa
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Garissa
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Garissa
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Garissa
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asako Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bura East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bura West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dadaab Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Garissa Airport | GAS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Garissa
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| A.C.K ST. PETERS PRO-CATHEDRAL GARISSA | |
| Adc | |
| Aslayn | |
| Garissa Cathedral | |
| Garissa University Mosque | |
| Jaamic Ibn-Ulqayyim | |
| Masjid Al noor | |
| Masjid haji ahmed | |
| Masjid Noor rahma | |
| Masjid Qubaa | |
| Masjidul aqsa | |
| masjidul bukhari | |
| Mororo Madrasa Mosque | |
| Prison mosque | |
| Saada mosque | |
| Towfiq Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Garissa
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Garissa?
Garissa has a population of 163,399 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 948.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Garissa?
Garissa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.