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Mpeketoni, Kenya
Lamu · Kenya
Mpeketoni is a small city in Lamu, Kenya with a population of 5,957. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Mpeketoni
Mpeketoni is a town in Lamu County, on the Kenyan coast. It is a settlement scheme started in the 1960s by the first president of the Republic of Kenya, Jomo Kenyatta. The settlement is near a fresh water lake bearing his name.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,957 |
| Population Density | 71 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.3891°, 40.6981° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Lamu |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,139 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mpeketoni
Mpeketoni is a small city in Kenya (Lamu) with a population of 5,957. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 84.0 sq mi (217.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 71/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.3891°N, 40.6981°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 6.8 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 14.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in |
Mpeketoni has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (14.7") and February the driest (0.2").
Schools in Mpeketoni
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uzida Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Telelani Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kihongwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makanja secondary | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Mpeketoni
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| German Post Office | ||||
| Lamu Museum |
Farmers Markets in Mpeketoni
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamu Market |
Restaurants in Mpeketoni
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mpeketoni
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kiwayu Airport | KWY | Medium Airport |
| Manda Airport | LAU | Medium Airport |
| Bahari East Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Baomo Tana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Camp Simba Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Garsen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manda Point Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Matangeni East Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mokowe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ngao Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Mpeketoni?
Mpeketoni has a population of 5,957 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 84.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mpeketoni?
Mpeketoni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.