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Tarbaj, Kenya
Wajir County · Kenya
Tarbaj is a small town in Wajir County, Kenya with a population of 3,146. Elevation: 1,368 ft (417 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tarbaj
Tarbaj is a constituency in Kenya. It is one of the six constituencies in wajir it is also one of developed constituency in Kenya. The constituency IEBC data shows 11450 sq km hence one of the largest constituency in wajir. It has a population of 420,650 people. Those who live are Fai the sub clan of Degodia [Omar fai, Rer aba Hussein, Rerow Gedi, Rer ismail] the sub clan of Fai. The constituency has five wards Elben ward, sarman ward, kutulo ward, wargadud ward, and tarbaj ward. Leaders from Tarbaj Constituency led by Hussein abdi bare the current member of parliament in Tarbaj Constituency .Wajir County.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,146 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.2085°, 40.1181° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Wajir County |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.2 inches (335 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarbaj
Tarbaj is a small town in Kenya (Wajir County) with a population of 3,146. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet (417 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Area | 3,440.8 sq mi (8,911.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.2085°N, 40.1181°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in |
Tarbaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in July to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 13.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Tarbaj
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarbaj Polytechnic | College | - | , |
| Tarbaj Technical Training | College | - | , |
Schools in Tarbaj
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hungai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tarbaj Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alhikma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tarbaj Mixed Day & Boarding School | - | - | - | - |
| Alfalah Integrated Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Tarbaj Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Tarbaj
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elben Historical Site |
Libraries in Tarbaj
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarbaj Community Library | 0.0 |
Clinics in Tarbaj
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tarbaj
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wajir Airport | WJR | Medium Airport |
| Buna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Wak Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarbaj
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alaqsa (Main Mosque) | |
| Bula Hargal Mosque | |
| Mosque Hidaya | |
| Tarbaj Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tarbaj
What is the population of Tarbaj?
Tarbaj has a population of 3,146 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,440.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarbaj?
Tarbaj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.2 inches.