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Gazi, Kenya
Kwale County · Kenya
Gazi is a small city in Kwale County, Kenya with a population of 5,222. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Gazi
A ghazi is an individual who participated in a ghazwa – a military expedition or raid against those whom they considered "Kafirs". Early Islamic literature characterised as ghazwa the expeditions led by the Islamic prophet Muhammad; later, Turkic military commanders used the word to refer to their wars of conquest.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,222 |
| Population Density | 73 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.4240°, 39.5059° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kwale County |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.5 inches (1,740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gazi
Gazi is a small city in Kenya (Kwale County) with a population of 5,222. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 71.5 sq mi (185.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.4240°N, 39.5059°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 45 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 12.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.2 in |
Gazi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (12.5") and February the driest (0.7").
Schools in Gazi
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mwapala Pry School | — | — | — | — |
| kinondo primary school | — | — | — | — |
| zigira primary school | — | — | — | — |
| mwapala primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Gazi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dori Girls Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kinondo Secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| Makongeni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gazi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Fm | — | AAC |
Museums in Gazi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colobus Conservation | ||||
| National Museum of Kenya- Coastal Forest Conservation Unit | ||||
| Shimba Hills National Reserve |
Farmers Markets in Gazi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burani Centre | |||||
| Ibiza | |||||
| Kanana Market | |||||
| Kirewe Open Air Market | |||||
| Tchoka Open Market Centre | |||||
| Tiwi New Market | |||||
| Tiwi New Market |
Restaurants in Gazi
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gazi
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gazi
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gazi
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gazi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gazi
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Airport | MBA | Large Airport |
| Tanga Airport | TGT | Medium Airport |
| Bamburi Airport | BMQ | Small Airport |
| Funzi Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kijipwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kwale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lunga-Lunga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mackinnon Road Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ukunda Airstrip | UKA | Small Airport |
| Vipingo Estate Airport | VPG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gazi
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Huda | |
| KAG church | |
| kinondo masjid | |
| Makongeni Catholic Church | |
| Masd-uL-Hud (New) | |
| Masjid Kinondo | |
| MASJID UL HUDA | |
| Masjid-ul-Fauzi | |
| NEEMA church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gazi
What is the population of Gazi?
Gazi has a population of 5,222 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 71.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gazi?
Gazi 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.