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Kilifi, Kenya
Kilifi County · Kenya
Kilifi is a mid-size city in Kilifi County, Kenya with a population of 74,270. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Kilifi
Kilifi is a town on the coast of Kenya, 56 kilometres (35 mi) northeast of Mombasa by road. The town lies on the Kilifi Creek and sits on the estuary of the Goshi River. Kilifi is the capital of Kilifi County and had a population of 122,899 during the 2009 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 74,270 |
| Population Density | 13,007 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.6305°, 39.8499° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kilifi County |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (944 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kilifi
Kilifi is a mid-size city in Kenya (Kilifi County) with a population of 74,270. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Kilifi
Kilifi has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.4°C), the coldest is Aug (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1089 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 13,007/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.6305°N, 39.8499°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 | — | 51 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in |
Kilifi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.4") and February the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Kilifi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilifi Training College | College | — | — |
| Pwani University(Main Campus) | University | — | — |
Schools in Kilifi
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilifi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nikingirini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mikingirini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| mabirikani primary | — | — | — | — |
| sokoke secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Kibarani Primary School for the Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| Pwani Secondary School for the Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| KIBAONI PRIMARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Kibarani School for the Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| Pwani Secondary School for the Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| Kibaoni Primary school | — | — | — | — |
| graduation square | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kilifi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kilifi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B68 |
Libraries in Kilifi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque publique | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kilifi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilifi Market |
Restaurants in Kilifi
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kilifi
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kilifi
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kilifi
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kilifi
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kilifi
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Airport | MBA | Large Airport |
| Malindi International Airport | MYD | Medium Airport |
| Bamburi Airport | BMQ | Small Airport |
| Crocodile Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Galana Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Galana West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kijipwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kilifi Plantation Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Koma Wayu (Tank E) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kore Galana Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kulalu Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kwale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lali Galana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sala Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ukunda Airstrip | UKA | Small Airport |
| Vipingo Estate Airport | VPG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kilifi
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kilifi Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilifi
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Full Gospel Church | |
| HORIZON | |
| Kilifi Mosque | |
| MPC Kilifi Church |
Quick Facts
Around Kilifi
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kilifi
2 places within 15 km
- • VIDAZINI BEACH
- • Panga ya Saidi
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kilifi
What is the population of Kilifi?
Kilifi has a population of 74,270 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 13,007 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kilifi?
Kilifi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.