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Mandera, Kenya
Mandera County · Kenya
Mandera is a large city in Mandera County, Kenya with a population of 114,718. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 85°F (30°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mandera
Mandera is the capital of Mandera County in the former North Eastern Province of Kenya. It is situated at around 3°55′N 41°50′E, near the borders with Somalia and Ethiopia.
People
Climate
| Population | 114,718 |
| Population Density | 8,914 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.9373°, 41.8569° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Mandera County |
| Average Temperature | 85°F (30°C) |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.0 inches (253 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mandera
Mandera is a large city in Kenya (Mandera County) with a population of 114,718. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet (217 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (30°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Mandera
Mandera 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 324 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 85.1°F |
| 58% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Area | 12.9 sq mi (33.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,914/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.9373°N, 41.8569°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 89°F (32°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 85°F (30°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 85°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 84°F (29°C) | 0.4 in |
Mandera has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 83°F in July to 89°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mandera
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moi Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mandera DEB | - | - | - | - |
| Township Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Barwaqo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Barwaqo Day Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Duse Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mandera
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Mandera
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hananley Market |
Restaurants in Mandera
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mandera
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mandera
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mandera
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mandera
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arabia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Doolow Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Garbaharey Airport | GBM | Small Airport |
| Lugh Ganane Airport | LGX | Small Airport |
| Mandera Airport | NDE | Small Airport |
| Rhamu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mandera
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| E.M.S Posta Mandera | |
| Mandera Post Office | |
| Mandera Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mandera
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Jamia Mosque | |
| Mandera Jamia Mosque | |
| Mosque |
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Quick Facts
Around Mandera
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mandera
What is the population of Mandera?
Mandera has a population of 114,718 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 8,914 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mandera?
Mandera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (30°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches.