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Merti, Kenya
Isiolo County · Kenya
Merti is a small city in Isiolo County, Kenya with a population of 10,990. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Merti
Merti is one of the Aanaas in the Oromia Regional State of Ethiopia. Part of the Arsi Zone, Merti is bordered on the south by Sude, on the west by Jeju, on the northwest by the East Shewa Zone, on the north by the Afar Region, on the east by Aseko, and on the southeast by Chole. The administrative center of this woreda is Abomsa; other towns in Merti include Reye. Guna woreda was separated from Merti.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,990 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.0673°, 38.6662° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Isiolo County |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.9 inches (328 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Merti
Merti is a small city in Kenya (Isiolo County) with a population of 10,990. The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet (302 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Merti
Merti has an average annual temperature of 28.7°C (84°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.9°C), the coldest is Jul (27°C). Average annual precipitation is 449 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Area | 6,207.6 sq mi (16,077.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.0673°N, 38.6662°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (129 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Marsabit | Shield | 1,707 m (5,600 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in |
Merti has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in July to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 12.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Merti
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Merti
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Garba Tula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mado Gashi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Merti
What is the population of Merti?
Merti has a population of 10,990 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 6,207.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Merti?
Merti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.9 inches.