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Marsabit, Kenya
Marsabit County · Kenya
Marsabit is a mid-size city in Marsabit County, Kenya with a population of 36,289. Elevation: 4,475 ft (1,364 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Marsabit
Marsabit is a town in the northern Marsabit County in Kenya. It is situated in the former Eastern Province and is almost surrounded by the Marsabit National Park. The town is located 170 kilometres (110 mi) east of the centre of the East African Rift at an elevation of between 1300 and 1400 metres. It serves as the capital of Marsabit County, and lies South East of the Chalbi Desert in a forested area known for its volcanoes and crater lakes.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,289 |
| Population Density | 110 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,475 ft (1,364 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.3347°, 37.9909° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Marsabit County |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.0 inches (331 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Marsabit
Marsabit is a mid-size city in Kenya (Marsabit County) with a population of 36,289. The city sits at an elevation of 4,475 feet (1,364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Marsabit
Marsabit has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.2°C), the coldest is Jul (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 533 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.9°F |
| 39% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,475 ft (1,364 m) |
| Area | 329.7 sq mi (853.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.3347°N, 37.9909°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Marsabit (3 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Marsabit | Shield | 1,707 m (5,600 ft) | Unknown | 3 km |
| Barrier, The | Shield | 1,032 m (3,386 ft) | 1921 | 158 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in |
Marsabit has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in July to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Marsabit
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moi Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hula-Hula Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Marsabit
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Marsabit
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsabit Cultural Museum |
Restaurants in Marsabit
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Marsabit
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Marsabit
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Marsabit
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Marsabit
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Marsabit
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belatrix Kargi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Korr AIM Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Korr Don Bosco Mission Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Log Logo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maikona Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Marsabit Airport | RBT | Small Airport |
| Ngurunit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Segel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Marsabit
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Marsabit post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Marsabit
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ACK ST STEPHEN T.CENTERACK | |
| Africa Inland Church Marsabit | |
| Bilal mosque | |
| Hula Hula Mosque |
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What is the population of Marsabit?
Marsabit has a population of 36,289 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 110 people per square mile, spread across 329.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marsabit?
Marsabit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.