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Mtwapa, Kenya
Kilifi County · Kenya
Mtwapa is a mid-size city in Kilifi County, Kenya with a population of 90,677. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Mtwapa
Mtwapa is a town located in Kenya's Kilifi County. It is situated 16 kilometres (10 mi) north of Mombasa on the Mombasa-Malindi road. It is close to the Mombasa Marine National Park and Reserve and Jumba la Mtwana. Two informal settlements in Mtwapa, Majengo and Mzambarauni are participating in the UN-HABITAT Participatory Slum Upgrading Program. The project is run by resident committees and aims to provide every household with drinking water and a toilet.
People
Climate
| Population | 90,677 |
| Population Density | 9,698 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.9394°, 39.7488° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kilifi 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 Mtwapa
Mtwapa is a mid-size city in Kenya (Kilifi County) with a population of 90,677. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 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 Mtwapa
Mtwapa 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 | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,698/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.9394°N, 39.7488°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 | — | 15 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in |
Mtwapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (10.5") and February the driest (0.7").
Schools in Mtwapa
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mtwapa Elite Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Gungombe ECD | — | — | — | — |
| Digirikani primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kilimani Baptist | — | — | — | — |
| Colorado Early Childhood School | — | — | — | — |
| Furaha Junior | — | — | — | — |
| Blue bird | — | — | — | — |
| Mother Seraphina education center | — | — | — | — |
| Nesbony college | — | — | — | — |
| Bahrain Parents' Academy | — | — | — | — |
| fumatoka | — | — | — | — |
| Braeburn Mombasa International School | — | — | — | — |
| Shimo La Tewa Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Albstadt Helping Hands | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mtwapa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Fm | — | AAC |
Museums in Mtwapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Jesus Museum | ||||
| Fort Jesus Museum |
Libraries in Mtwapa
| 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 Mtwapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akamba handcraft market | |||||
| Akamba handcraft market | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Kongowea Market | |||||
| MacKinnon Market | |||||
| Majengo Sokoni (Farmers Market) | |||||
| Mariakani Market | |||||
| Markiti | |||||
| Markiti | |||||
| Mwembeni - Soko Mjinga,Kisauni | |||||
| Mwembeni - Soko Mjinga,Kisauni | |||||
| Tourist Market Bamburi |
Restaurants in Mtwapa
23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mtwapa
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mtwapa
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mtwapa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mtwapa
15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mtwapa
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mtwapa
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mtwapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bomu Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium |
Airports Near Mtwapa
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Airport | MBA | Large Airport |
| Malindi International Airport | MYD | Medium Airport |
| Bamburi Airport | BMQ | 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 |
Post Offices in Mtwapa
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bamburi 80101 | |
| Posta Mtwapa |
Treatment Centers in Mtwapa
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 Mtwapa
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Delivarance Church International- Mtwapa | |
| Gospel Centres International | |
| Infant Jesus Catholic Church | |
| Jesus Celebration Centre - Bamburi | |
| Sacred Heart Catholic | |
| The Bibleway Ministry- Mtwapa Church |
Quick Facts
Around Mtwapa
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Mtwapa
4 places within 15 km
- • English Point Beach
- • Mavi mavi beach
- • Jumba Ruins
- • Haller Park
🇰🇪 About Kenya
Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mtwapa
What is the population of Mtwapa?
Mtwapa has a population of 90,677 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 9,698 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mtwapa?
Mtwapa 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.