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Hola, Kenya
Tana River County · Kenya
Hola is a small city in Tana River County, Kenya with a population of 20,912. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hola
Hola, also known as Galole, is a small town in Kenya on the Tana River with a population of 6,932. Hola is the capital of the Tana River County. It is a busy market town and a portal to Garissa County and the former North Eastern Province by local canoe ferry across the Tana River.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,912 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.4826°, 40.0334° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Tana River County |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.2 inches (436 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hola
Hola is a small city in Kenya (Tana River County) with a population of 20,912. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Hola
Hola has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is Feb (31.1°C), the coldest is Jul (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 756 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 3,674.4 sq mi (9,516.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.4826°N, 40.0334°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in |
Hola has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in July to 85°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in Hola
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mau Mau Memorial Girl's Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rafiki Primary Farm | - | - | - | - |
| Bridge Academy- Hola | - | - | - | - |
| Bohoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dayate Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hola Boys High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hola
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Restaurants in Hola
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hola
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hola
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hola
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hola
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baomo Tana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bura East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bura West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hola Airport | HOA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hola
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posta Office Hola |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hola
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hola Catholic | |
| Hola Catholic Church | |
| KAG CHURCH |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hola
What is the population of Hola?
Hola has a population of 20,912 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,674.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hola?
Hola 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 78°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches.