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Keren, Eritrea
Anseba · Eritrea
Keren is a mid-size city in Anseba, Eritrea with a population of 74,800. Elevation: 4,590 ft (1,399 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Keren
Keren, historically known as Sanhit, is the second-largest city in Eritrea. It is situated around 91 kilometres (57 mi) northwest of Asmara at an elevation of 1,590 metres (5,220 ft) above sea-level. The city sprawls on a wide basin surrounded by granitic mountains on all sides. It serves as the capital of the Anseba Region, and is home to a number of ethnic groups including the Bilen people and Tigre people.
People
Climate
| Population | 74,800 |
| Population Density | 244 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,590 ft (1,399 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.7779°, 38.4511° |
| Timezone | Africa/Asmara |
| Country | 🇪🇷 Eritrea |
| State / Province | Anseba |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.3 inches (465 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Keren
Keren is a mid-size city in Eritrea (Anseba) with a population of 74,800. The city sits at an elevation of 4,590 feet (1,399 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Asmara.
Climate in Keren
Keren has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jun (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 772 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.4°F |
| 36% above Eritrea avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,590 ft (1,399 m) |
| Area | 306.5 sq mi (793.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 244/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.7779°N, 38.4511°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Asmara |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1884 | OFFSHORE MASSAWA | Earthquake | - | - | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Alid (187 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Alid | Stratovolcano | 904 m (2,966 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Keren has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 67°F in January to 80°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.9") and December the driest (0.2").
Schools in Keren
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mgarh middle school | - | - | - | - |
| Tigre Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Keren
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Keren
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covered Clothes Market | |||||
| Covered Fruit and Vegetable Market | |||||
| ركن الحلو |
Hotels in Keren
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Keren
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Keren
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Keren
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Keren
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Keren
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Keren
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Keren
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Keren
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Keren
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asmara International Airport | ASM | Large Airport |
| Agordat Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gulbub Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Keren Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Keren
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| صندوق بريد فرع مدينة كرن |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Keren
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abune Aregawi Orthodox church ቤ/ክ ኣቡነ ኣረጋዊ ገዛ ባንዳ | |
| Al Sahada Mosque | |
| Church of San Francesco | |
| Church of St Michael | |
| Jesus Christ Church | |
| Saint Joseph Church | |
| St Michael | |
| جامع أبي | |
| مسجد عد سيد | |
| ቅዱሣን ሥላሤ Holy Trinity Catholic Church | |
| ቅድስቲ ድንግል ማርያም ኦርቶዶክስ ተዋህዶ ቤተ-ክርስትያን ከረን St Mariam Orthodox Tewahdo Church Keren |
Quick Facts
Around Keren
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇪🇷 About Eritrea
Frequently Asked Questions About Keren
What is the population of Keren?
Keren has a population of 74,800 residents and is located in Eritrea. The population density is 244 people per square mile, spread across 306.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Keren?
Keren has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches.