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Voi, Kenya
Taita Taveta · Kenya
Voi is a mid-size city in Taita Taveta, Kenya with a population of 53,353. Elevation: 1,903 ft (580 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Voi
Voi is the largest town in Taita-Taveta County, Kenya, in the former Coast Province. It is located at the western edge of Taru Desert, south and west of Tsavo East National Park, with the Sagala Hills to the south.
People
Climate
| Population | 53,353 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,903 ft (580 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.3961°, 38.5561° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Taita Taveta |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (806 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Voi
Voi is a mid-size city in Kenya (Taita Taveta) with a population of 53,353. The city sits at an elevation of 1,903 feet (580 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Voi
Voi has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (21.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1161 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.0°F |
| 37% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,903 ft (580 m) |
| Area | 2,945.2 sq mi (7,628.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.3961°N, 38.5561°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 | — | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 109 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in |
Voi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in July to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Voi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal Institute of Technology | University | — | — |
| Taita Taveta University College (TTUC) | University | — | — |
| Taita Taveta University College Ngerenyi Campus | University | — | — |
Schools in Voi
43 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mrabenyi Primary | — | — | — | — |
| St. Stephen Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Voi Primary & Special School | — | — | — | — |
| Kizumanzi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sagalla Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kirumbi Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Coast High School Taita | — | — | — | — |
| Kalela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kalambe Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Heriesta Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kirutai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwanyambo Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kambito Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Tausa Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Ndile Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mwambolembole Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Kirindinyi Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mengo Primary | — | — | — | — |
| A.C.K St. Bartholomew Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Ikanga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwakiki Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwakitawa Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Boniface Mganga Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Gimba Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Our Lady Of Perpectual Saccour Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Mariwenyi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taita Taveta National Polytechnic | — | — | — | — |
| PCEA St Stephen's Girls | — | — | — | — |
| Kighononyi Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Shelemba Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Munda Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Mkwachunyi Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Mlondo Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Tsavo Academy Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwangea Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwamunga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Voi Boys' High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwakingali Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Voi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwangea Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| The Moon Link Academy Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Agnes Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mwanyambo Special Unit | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Voi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Voi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wongonyi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Voi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voi Market Hall | |||||
| Voi Open Air Market | |||||
| Wundanyi Market |
Restaurants in Voi
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Voi
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Voi
7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Voi
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Voi
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Voi
32 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aruba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Batchuma Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Black Rhino Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Crocodile Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finch Hattons Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Galana West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iltilal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kamboyo (Tsavo West) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kangetchwa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kanzi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kasigau Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kilaguni Airport | ILU | Small Airport |
| Kore Galana Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lali Galana 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 |
| Mtito Andei Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mwatate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ngulia Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rukinga Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sala Gate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Satao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sheldrick Trust Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Taita Hills Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tsavo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tsavo Trust Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Voi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Voi Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wanjala Mine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Voi
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Voi Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Voi
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Delivance Centre | |
| Deliverance Church International | |
| Full Gospel Church Voi |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Voi
8 places within 15 km
- • Mbololo
- • Mugeno
- • Mwakingali
- • Mwange
- • Mzinga
- + 2 more
- • Elephant's View
🇰🇪 About Kenya
Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Voi
What is the population of Voi?
Voi has a population of 53,353 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 2,945.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Voi?
Voi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.