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Kipini, Kenya

Tana River County · Kenya

Kipini is a small town in Tana River County, Kenya with a population of 4,114. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,114 Population 8/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
43.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Kipini

Kipini is a historic Swahili settlement in Kenya's Coast Province.
Its located at the mouth of the Tana River.
The main tribes inhabiting the town includes the Waswahili, Wapokomo, Wabajuni, Orma/Galla, and other Kenyans

People

Population4,114
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population4,114
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-2.5257°, 40.5262°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceTana River County
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation43.9 inches (1,116 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kipini

Kipini is a small town in Kenya (Tana River County) with a population of 4,114. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Kipini has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Kenya avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area544.0 sq mi (1,409.0 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-2.5257°N, 40.5262°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.9"
16% above Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 14.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M4.0 on May 29, 2011.

May 29, 2011 104 km NW of Malindi, Kenya M4.0 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 1.0 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in Warmest
April 83°F (28°C) 6.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 14.2 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
September 78°F (26°C) 2.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.2 in
November 81°F (27°C) 2.7 in
December 82°F (28°C) 2.7 in

Kipini has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in July to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (14.2") and February the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Kipini

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Malindi International AirportMYDMedium Airport
Manda AirportLAUMedium Airport
Bahari East Airstrip-Small Airport
Baomo Tana Airport-Small Airport
Camp Simba Airfield-Small Airport
Garsen Airport-Small Airport
Manda Point Airstrip-Small Airport
Matangeni East Airstrip-Small Airport
Mokowe Airport-Small Airport
Ngao Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Nairobi

🇰🇪 About Kenya

Capital Nairobi
Population 51,393,010
Area 582,650 km²
GDP (USD) $107,500,884,685
GDP per capita $1,943
HDI 0.601
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 35.0%
Urban population 31.6%
Currency KES (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +254
TLD .ke
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Kenya

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Jun 1 Madaraka Day Madaraka Day
Oct 10 Mazingira Day Mazingira Day
Oct 20 Mashujaa Day Mashujaa Day
Dec 12 Jamhuri Day Jamhuri Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kipini

What is the population of Kipini?

Kipini has a population of 4,114 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 544.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kipini?

Kipini has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches.

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