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Matuga, Kenya
Kwale County · Kenya
Matuga is a large city in Kwale County, Kenya with a population of 194,252. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matuga
The Coast Province was one of Kenya's eight provinces prior to 2010. It covered the entire country's coastline on the Indian Ocean. Its capital city was Mombasa. It was inhabited by the Mijikenda and Swahili peoples, among others. The province covered an area of 79,686.1 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 194,252 |
| Population Density | 4,191 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.1680°, 39.5707° |
| 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 Matuga
Matuga is a large city in Kenya (Kwale County) with a population of 194,252. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet (132 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 Matuga
Matuga 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 | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Area | 46.4 sq mi (120.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,191/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.1680°N, 39.5707°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 | - | 17 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in |
Matuga has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (10.6") and February the driest (0.7").
Colleges & Universities in Matuga
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jua Kali Sheds | College | - | , |
| Kinango Youth Polytechnic | College | - | , |
| Msulwa Polytechnic | College | - | , |
| Nairobi University Moana Research Station for Marine Studies | University | - | , |
| Ukunda Youth Polytechnic | College | - | , |
Schools in Matuga
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mwangaza Visionary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tiwi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tiwi Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Voroni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwanambeyu Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magodzoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Madrasatul Munawara | - | - | - | - |
| Chidzumu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbweka Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbuguni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mteza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Galana primary school | - | - | - | - |
| Kombani Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kombani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ng'ombeni Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Matuga Youyh Polytechnic | - | - | - | - |
| Matuga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Waa Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Waa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Waa Boys High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pungu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Denyenye Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mbuguni Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngombeni secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Matuga Girls High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiteje Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Matuga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Fm | - | AAC |
Museums in Matuga
| 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 Matuga
| 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 Matuga
| 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 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Tourist Market Bamburi |
Restaurants in Matuga
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Matuga
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Matuga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bomu Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium |
Airports Near Matuga
11 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 |
| Ukunda Airstrip | UKA | Small Airport |
| Vipingo Estate Airport | VPG | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Matuga
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Aga khan mediacl center Mikindani | ||
| Aga khan medical center changamwe | ||
| APDK rehabilitation center | ||
| Equity afya medical center | ||
| excellence cancer 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 Matuga
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chidzumu mosque | |
| Magodzoni Mosque | |
| Magomani Mosque | |
| Masjid Abdallah | |
| Mnawara Mosque | |
| Voroni Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Matuga
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Matuga
9 places within 15 km
- • Shelly Beach
- • Shelly beach
- • Diani Beach Art Gallery
- • genarator
- • KAY-EM HOUSE
- • Kwa DA SHAMSA LIKONI
- • MoonQue House
- • Pungu villa
- • Jungle Snake Park
🇰🇪 About Kenya
Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Matuga
What is the population of Matuga?
Matuga has a population of 194,252 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 4,191 people per square mile, spread across 46.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matuga?
Matuga 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.