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Mwatate, Kenya
Taita Taveta · Kenya
Mwatate is a small city in Taita Taveta, Kenya with a population of 9,572. Elevation: 2,822 ft (860 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Mwatate
Mwatate is a town in Taita-Taveta County, Kenya. It is the county's capital, although it is the fourth-largest town in the county. Other urban centers in Taita-Taveta County include Voi, Wundanyi and Taveta.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,572 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,822 ft (860 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.5050°, 38.3772° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Taita Taveta |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.8 inches (731 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mwatate
Mwatate is a small city in Kenya (Taita Taveta) with a population of 9,572. The city sits at an elevation of 2,822 feet (860 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,822 ft (860 m) |
| Area | 1,164.5 sq mi (3,016.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.5050°N, 38.3772°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 107 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in |
Mwatate has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in July to 76°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mwatate
31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mwatate Mixed Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Zare Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Wumari Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Vichwala Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Sechu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mzwanenyi Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Mzwanenyi Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mwandisha Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mwandala Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mwambionu Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Murray Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mlughi Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mazola Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kipusi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chawia Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Nyolo Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mwatate Medical Training College | — | — | — | — |
| Mwawache Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwatate Junior Preparatory | — | — | — | — |
| Mwakitutu Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mwatate High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwatate Primary & Mwatate Special Unit | — | — | — | — |
| Kitivo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwatate Junior Academy Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Heart Beat High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwachabo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taita Academy Primary & Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Mruru Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kenyatta High School | — | — | — | — |
| Maili Kumi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwatunge Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Mwatate
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wongonyi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mwatate
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voi Market Hall | |||||
| Voi Open Air Market | |||||
| Wundanyi Market |
Restaurants in Mwatate
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mwatate
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mwatate
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mwatate
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mwatate
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mwatate
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aruba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Batchuma Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Black Rhino Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Finch Hattons Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iltilal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kangetchwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kasigau Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kilaguni Airport | ILU | Small Airport |
| Lake Jipe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lugard Falls South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mackinnon Road Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maktau Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manyani Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mkomazi-Kisima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mwatate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ngulia Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rukinga Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Same Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Satao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Taita Hills Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Taveta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tsavo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Voi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Voi Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wanjala Mine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ziwani Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mwatate
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Heart Beat Ministries | |
| Jamia Masjid Mosque | |
| St. Jude Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mwatate?
Mwatate has a population of 9,572 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,164.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mwatate?
Mwatate has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.