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Laisamis, Kenya
Marsabit County · Kenya
Laisamis is a small city in Marsabit County, Kenya with a population of 5,047. Elevation: 1,886 ft (575 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Laisamis
The Eastern Province of Kenya was one of 8 Provinces of Kenya. Its northern boundary ran along with that of Ethiopia; the North Eastern Province and Coast Province lay to the east and south; and the remainder of Kenya's provinces, including Central Province, ran along its western border. The provincial capital was Embu.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,047 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,886 ft (575 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.5932°, 37.8060° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Marsabit County |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.8 inches (375 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Laisamis
Laisamis is a small city in Kenya (Marsabit County) with a population of 5,047. The city sits at an elevation of 1,886 feet (575 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.3°F |
| 43% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,886 ft (575 m) |
| Area | 1,748.8 sq mi (4,529.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.5932°N, 37.8060°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Marsabit (83 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Marsabit | Shield | 1,707 m (5,600 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 159 km |
| Barrier, The | Shield | 1,032 m (3,386 ft) | 1921 | 159 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 164 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 182 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in |
Laisamis has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in July to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Laisamis
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laisamis Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laisamis Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mercy Primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Nairibi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Laisamis
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Laisamis
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Laisamis
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hall Hall Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kauro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Korr AIM Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Korr Don Bosco Mission Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laisamis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Latakweny Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Log Logo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Milgis Trust Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Namunyak Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngilai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngurunit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sarara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sware Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Laisamis
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Laisamis catholic parish | |
| St George |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Laisamis?
Laisamis has a population of 5,047 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,748.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Laisamis?
Laisamis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches.