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Wamba, Kenya
Samburu County · Kenya
Wamba is a small town in Samburu County, Kenya with a population of 4,580. Elevation: 4,268 ft (1,301 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wamba
Wamba is a small town in Samburu County in central Kenya. It is located south-southwest edge of the Mathews Range, and northwest of the Samburu National Reserve. The northbound Isiolo - Moyale road is about 40 kilometres drives east of Wamba.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,580 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,268 ft (1,301 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.9802°, 37.3235° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Samburu County |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.6 inches (776 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wamba
Wamba is a small town in Kenya (Samburu County) with a population of 4,580. The city sits at an elevation of 4,268 feet (1,301 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,268 ft (1,301 m) |
| Area | 772.9 sq mi (2,001.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.9802°N, 37.3235°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (103 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 123 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 125 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 127 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 145 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 149 km |
| Marsabit | Shield | 1,707 m (5,600 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Barrier, The | Shield | 1,032 m (3,386 ft) | 1921 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in |
Wamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 69°F in July to 73°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.0") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Wamba
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gogoltim Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Lkisin Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Wamba DEB Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Wamba Boys Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Wamba Girls Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| St Theresa Girls Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Ntepes Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Loipi Narsery | - | - | - | - |
| Wamba Mix Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Tipito Girls Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Silango Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Wamba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| livestock market |
Airports Near Wamba
43 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barsalinga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barsaloi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Borana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chaffa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dol Dol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Enasoit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Hall Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Il Ngwesi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Isiolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kalama Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamogi Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kauro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laisamis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laragai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Larsens Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Latakweny Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lentille Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loisaba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Milgis Trust Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mpala Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mpala Research Center Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mugie Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mukenye Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Namunyak Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ndonyo Lengala Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngare Ndare Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngilai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngorare Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Maisor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Malo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oljogi Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oryx Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saguta Naibor Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Samburu Airport | UAS | Small Airport |
| Sarara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sasaab Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shaba Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sosian Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sware Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tassia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wamba
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gogoltim ACK Church | |
| Gogoltim Catholic Church |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wamba
What is the population of Wamba?
Wamba has a population of 4,580 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 772.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wamba?
Wamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches.