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Magadi, Kenya
Kajiado County · Kenya
Magadi is a small city in Kajiado County, Kenya with a population of 14,529. Elevation: 2,024 ft (617 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Magadi
Magadi is a town and taluk located in Bengaluru South District, Karnataka, India.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,529 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,024 ft (617 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.9012°, 36.2870° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kajiado County |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.8 inches (401 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Magadi
Magadi is a small city in Kenya (Kajiado County) with a population of 14,529. The city sits at an elevation of 2,024 feet (617 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Magadi
Magadi has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 722 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,024 ft (617 m) |
| Area | 978.6 sq mi (2,534.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.9012°N, 36.2870°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Suswa (84 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 105 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 111 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 159 km |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 2.0 in |
Magadi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in July to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.1").
Farmers Markets in Magadi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magadi Shopping Centre |
Airports Near Magadi
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | NBO | Large Airport |
| Moi Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Nairobi Wilson Airport | WIL | Medium Airport |
| Athi River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Entasekera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Entasopia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gelai East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ilbisil Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kajiado Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kedong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Koka Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Langata Enerit Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loliondo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Magadi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Masusu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Namanga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Olderkesi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Olemilei Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orly Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Shompole All Weather Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shompole Dry Lake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wosiwosi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Magadi
What is the population of Magadi?
Magadi has a population of 14,529 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 978.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Magadi?
Magadi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches.