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Samburu, Kenya
Kwale County · Kenya
Samburu is a small town in Kwale County, Kenya with a population of 4,454. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Samburu
Samburu is a town located in Kwale County, Kenya.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,454 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.7947°, 39.2637° |
| 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 Samburu
Samburu is a small town in Kenya (Kwale County) with a population of 4,454. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet (291 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.
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 | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 200.4 sq mi (519.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.7947°N, 39.2637°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 | — | 53 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (197 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 3.0 in |
Samburu has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in Samburu
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mwangoloto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Goro primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Mtulu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Samburu Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwembeni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gora Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwangoloto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwangea Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maji ya Chumvi | — | — | — | — |
| Chanzou Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kinango Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyari primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Chanzou primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Samburu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maziyani J p school | — | — | — | — |
| Chengoni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ndohivyo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kinagoni Secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| Kwakadogo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Samburu
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Fm | — | AAC |
Farmers Markets in Samburu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mariakani Market |
Monuments in Samburu
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Samburu
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Samburu
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Samburu
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Airport | MBA | Large Airport |
| Aruba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bamburi Airport | BMQ | Small Airport |
| Batchuma Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Black Rhino Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Crocodile Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Galana Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Galana West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kasigau Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kijipwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kilifi Plantation Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kulalu Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kwale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lali Galana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lugard Falls South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lunga-Lunga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mackinnon Road Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rukinga Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sala Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Satao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ukunda Airstrip | UKA | Small Airport |
| Vipingo Estate Airport | VPG | Small Airport |
| Voi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Voi Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samburu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Redeemed Gospel Church Samburu |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Samburu
What is the population of Samburu?
Samburu has a population of 4,454 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 200.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samburu?
Samburu 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.