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Witu, Kenya
Lamu · Kenya
Witu is a small city in Lamu, Kenya with a population of 5,380. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Witu
Witu is a small market town in the Lamu County of Kenya, East Africa. Formerly it was the capital of Wituland.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,380 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.3889°, 40.4383° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Lamu |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.1 inches (1,069 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Witu
Witu is a small city in Kenya (Lamu) with a population of 5,380. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 544.0 sq mi (1,409.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.3889°N, 40.4383°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in |
Witu has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in July to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (11.5") and February the driest (0.4").
Airports Near Witu
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Manda Airport | LAU | Medium Airport |
| Bahari East Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baomo Tana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Camp Simba Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garsen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manda Point Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Matangeni East Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mokowe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngao Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Witu
What is the population of Witu?
Witu has a population of 5,380 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 544.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Witu?
Witu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches.