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Vipingo, Kenya
Kilifi County · Kenya
Vipingo is a small city in Kilifi County, Kenya with a population of 12,183. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vipingo
The Coast Province was one of Kenya's eight provinces prior to 2010. It covered the entire country's coastline on the Indian Ocean. Its capital city was Mombasa. It was inhabited by the Mijikenda and Swahili peoples, among others. The province covered an area of 79,686.1 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,183 |
| Population Density | 245 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.8147°, 39.8128° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kilifi County |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.8 inches (1,113 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vipingo
Vipingo is a small city in Kenya (Kilifi County) with a population of 12,183. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Vipingo
Vipingo 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 | 77.9°F |
| 44% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 49.8 sq mi (129.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 245/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.8147°N, 39.8128°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 | - | 31 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in |
Vipingo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in July to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (10.2") and February the driest (0.7").
Schools in Vipingo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tewa Training Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Gongoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Vipingo
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Fm | - | AAC |
Museums in Vipingo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B68 | ||||
| Fort Jesus Museum | ||||
| Fort Jesus Museum |
Libraries in Vipingo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque publique | 0.0 | |||||
| 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 Vipingo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akamba handcraft market | |||||
| Akamba handcraft market | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Kilifi 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 Vipingo
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vipingo
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Vipingo
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vipingo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Bomu Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium | ||
| Mombasa Municipal Stadium |
Airports Near Vipingo
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International Airport | MBA | Large Airport |
| Malindi International Airport | MYD | Medium Airport |
| Bamburi Airport | BMQ | Small Airport |
| Crocodile Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Galana West 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 |
| Lunga-Lunga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sala Gate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ukunda Airstrip | UKA | Small Airport |
| Vipingo Estate Airport | VPG | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Vipingo
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 |
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What is the population of Vipingo?
Vipingo has a population of 12,183 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 245 people per square mile, spread across 49.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vipingo?
Vipingo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches.