Kiongwe

Kiongwe

Kiongwe

Settlement in Coast Province

Kiongwe is a settlement in Kenya's Coast Province. Lying on the shore of the Indian Ocean it serves as a popular coastal tourism centre. The settlement has a population of 845 people as per the 2015 census.

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Kiongwe is one of Kenya's oldest continually inhabited settlement and was one of the original Swahili settlements along coastal East Africa. Kiongwe is a popular resort because of its marvelous Indian Ocean beaches, wildlife, and at the same time it is a destination for backpackers in search of an 'authentic' experience.

Geography and climate

Being a coastal settlement, Kiongwe is characterised by a flat topography.

Kiongwe has a warm, tropical climate. The amount of rainfall depends essentially on the season. The rainiest months are April and May, while from January to February the rainfall is minimal.

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    World Weather Information Service: Weather Information for Kenya Coast


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