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Kwale, Kenya
Kwale County · Kenya
Kwale is a small city in Kwale County, Kenya with a population of 10,063. Elevation: 1,322 ft (403 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Kwale
Kwale Town is the capital of Kwale County, Kenya. It is located at 4°10′28″S 39°27′37″E; 30 km southwest of Mombasa and 15 km inland. The town had an urban population of 10,063. It is next to the Shimba Hills National Reserve.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,063 |
| Population Density | 90 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,322 ft (403 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.1738°, 39.4521° |
| 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 (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.1 inches (1,399 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kwale
Kwale is a small city in Kenya (Kwale County) with a population of 10,063. The city sits at an elevation of 1,322 feet (403 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 55.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Kwale
Kwale has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1114 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,322 ft (403 m) |
| Area | 111.7 sq mi (289.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 90/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.1738°N, 39.4521°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 | — | 28 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in |
Kwale has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.2") and February the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Kwale
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mkongani Youth Polytechnic | College | — | — |
Schools in Kwale
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ngonzini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kwale Girls Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| MWANZWANI PRIMARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| GOPHA PRIMARY | — | — | — | — |
| GOLINI SECONDARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| CHITSANDZE PRIMARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| St. Mary's Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Immaculata Academy | — | — | — | — |
| KWALE TUMAINI ACADEMY | — | — | — | — |
| Mtsagatamu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Moyeni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ziwani primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Kwale primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Kwale high school | — | — | — | — |
| Godoni primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Tsimba childrens home | — | — | — | — |
| Msulwa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bila Shaka Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kwale
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Fm | — | AAC |
Museums in Kwale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colobus Conservation | ||||
| Fort Jesus Museum | ||||
| Fort Jesus Museum | ||||
| National Museum of Kenya- Coastal Forest Conservation Unit | ||||
| Shimba Hills National Reserve |
Libraries in Kwale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Mt. Kenya University | 0.0 | |||||
| Mt. Kenya University | 0.0 | |||||
| Mt. Kenya University | 0.0 | |||||
| Mt. Kenya University | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kwale
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akamba handcraft market | |||||
| Akamba handcraft market | |||||
| Burani Centre | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Ibiza | |||||
| Kinango Animal market | |||||
| Kirewe Open Air Market | |||||
| Kongowea Market | |||||
| MacKinnon Market | |||||
| Majengo Sokoni (Farmers Market) | |||||
| Mariakani Market | |||||
| Markiti | |||||
| Markiti | |||||
| Mwembeni - Soko Mjinga,Kisauni | |||||
| Mwembeni - Soko Mjinga,Kisauni | |||||
| Tchoka Open Market Centre | |||||
| Tiwi New Market | |||||
| Tiwi New Market |
Restaurants in Kwale
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kwale
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kwale
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kwale
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kwale
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bomu Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium |
Airports Near Kwale
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Airport | MBA | Large Airport |
| Bamburi Airport | BMQ | Small Airport |
| Batchuma Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Funzi Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kijipwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kilifi Plantation Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kwale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lunga-Lunga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mackinnon Road Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rukinga Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ukunda Airstrip | UKA | Small Airport |
| Vipingo Estate Airport | VPG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kwale
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| kwale post office; 80403 |
Treatment Centers in Kwale
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Aga khan mediacl center Mikindani | ||
| Aga khan medical center changamwe | ||
| APDK rehabilitation center | ||
| Equity afya medical center | ||
| hopewell medical clinic | ||
| Jo hawi medical clinic | ||
| magongo mwisho medical clinic | ||
| Mainland health center | ||
| Mlaleo Dispensary | ||
| st valeria medical clinic | ||
| Travellers Agmut medical services | ||
| Wauguzi Healthcare |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kwale
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| MAGAONI MOSQUE |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kwale
What is the population of Kwale?
Kwale has a population of 10,063 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 111.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kwale?
Kwale 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 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.1 inches.