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Garsen, Kenya
Tana River County · Kenya
Garsen is a small city in Tana River County, Kenya with a population of 7,176. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Garsen
Garsen is a small town located in Tana River County, Kenya. It is on the west bank of the Tana River.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,176 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.2665°, 40.1098° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Tana River County |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.2 inches (742 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Garsen
Garsen is a small city in Kenya (Tana River County) with a population of 7,176. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 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 29.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 8,258.9 sq mi (21,390.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.2665°N, 40.1098°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in |
Garsen has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in July to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Garsen
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oda Vocational Training Center | College | - | , |
Schools in Garsen
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gadeni Secretary School | - | - | - | - |
| Delta Mastardseed Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Onkolde Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dida Ade Pri School | - | - | - | - |
| Kibusu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maziwa Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Gadeni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Imani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Idsowe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Reuben Mwewe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gamba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marifano High School | - | - | - | - |
| Danisa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Garsen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garsen market | |||||
| Minijila |
Clinics in Garsen
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Garsen
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Garsen
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahari East Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baomo Tana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Garsen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hola Airport | HOA | Small Airport |
| Koma Wayu (Tank E) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Komofodo Galana Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matangeni East Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mokowe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngao Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Garsen
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Danisa Mosque | |
| Danisa Mosque | |
| Dumi Masjid Mosque | |
| Gadeni Mosque | |
| Hewani Baptist Church | |
| Hewani Gospel Pefa | |
| Masjid Al Razak Mosque | |
| Masjid Asharaph Mosque | |
| Masjid Lulubana Mosque | |
| Masjid Mtapani Mosque | |
| Soul Harvest Outreach Center | |
| Wema Pefa Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Garsen
What is the population of Garsen?
Garsen has a population of 7,176 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 8,258.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Garsen?
Garsen 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 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.2 inches.