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Ahero, Kenya
Kisumu County · Kenya
Ahero is a small city in Kisumu County, Kenya with a population of 11,801. Elevation: 3,789 ft (1,155 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ahero
Ahero is a town close to the city of Kisumu, the third largest city in Kenya and the second largest city, after Kampala, in the Lake Victoria Basin. It is an agricultural town in Kenya that is part of Kisumu County. The town has a retail market serving as the main trading center for food and goods coming from Kisii, Homabay, and Nandi. It hosts a town council and has an urban population of 7,891 and a total population of 61,556.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,801 |
| Population Density | 213 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,789 ft (1,155 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.1736°, 34.9189° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kisumu County |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.3 inches (1,176 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ahero
Ahero is a small city in Kenya (Kisumu County) with a population of 11,801. The city sits at an elevation of 3,789 feet (1,155 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Ahero
Ahero has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (21.8°C), the coldest is Jul (19.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2800 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,789 ft (1,155 m) |
| Area | 55.3 sq mi (143.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 213/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.1736°N, 34.9189°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (52 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 173 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 186 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in |
Ahero has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 72°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (2.1").
Schools in Ahero
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onjiko Boys High School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Ahero
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kisumu National Museum | ||||
| Kisumu National Museum |
Libraries in Ahero
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya national library service | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ahero
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahero Market | |||||
| Ayanga Market Nyawita | |||||
| Ayanga Market Nyawita | |||||
| Bandani Market | |||||
| Bandani Market | |||||
| Bandani market | |||||
| Bandani market | |||||
| Bodi market | |||||
| Bukuga Market | |||||
| Chabera | |||||
| Chango | |||||
| Chichwa Market | |||||
| Corona Market | |||||
| Corona Market | |||||
| Corona market - kowino | |||||
| Corona market - kowino | |||||
| Corona Market 2 | |||||
| Corona Market 2 | |||||
| Dago Market | |||||
| Dunga Market | |||||
| Dunga Market | |||||
| Gambogi | |||||
| Gesoko | |||||
| Gesoko | |||||
| Harambee Market | |||||
| jebrock market | |||||
| Kaego | |||||
| Kaego | |||||
| Kaego Market | |||||
| Kaego Market | |||||
| Kasawino Market | |||||
| Kasawino Market | |||||
| Katito Market | |||||
| Kiboswa | |||||
| Kibuye Market | |||||
| Kilo | |||||
| Kilo | |||||
| Kipsitet Near Galaxy | |||||
| Kisumu municipal market | |||||
| Kombedu | |||||
| Kombedu | |||||
| Kombedu Market | |||||
| Kombedu Market | |||||
| Kona Mbuta Market | |||||
| Kona Mbuta Market | |||||
| Kondele Market | |||||
| Kondele Market | |||||
| Kondele Market | |||||
| Kotetni market | |||||
| Kotetni market | |||||
| Kowino Market | |||||
| Koyango market | |||||
| Lake Market | |||||
| Lolwe Junction Market | |||||
| Lolwe Junction Market | |||||
| Magada Market | |||||
| Makaka Market | |||||
| Manyatta Market | |||||
| Manyatta Market | |||||
| Migosi Market | |||||
| Nyamarimba Market | |||||
| Nyamasaria | |||||
| Nyamasaria | |||||
| Nyawita | |||||
| Nyawita | |||||
| Nyawita market | |||||
| Nyawita market | |||||
| Oboch Market | |||||
| Obunga Fish Market | |||||
| Obunga Fish Market | |||||
| Obunga Market | |||||
| Obunga Market | |||||
| Okanowach Market | |||||
| Otonglo market | |||||
| Riat Market | |||||
| Riat Market | |||||
| Riat railway market | |||||
| Riat railway market | |||||
| Riat road side market | |||||
| Riat road side market | |||||
| Simba Market | |||||
| Simba Market | |||||
| Sondu Agricultural Market | |||||
| Uhuru Business Park Market Complex | |||||
| Wathorego Market | |||||
| Youth Market |
Train Stations in Ahero
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ahero
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ahero
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium | ||
| Moi Stadium |
Airports Near Ahero
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eldoret International Airport | EDL | Large Airport |
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | Large Airport |
| Arroket Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagaik Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chepgoiben Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eldoret Boma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Homa Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kakamega Airport | GGM | Small Airport |
| Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kerio Valley Airport | KRV | Small Airport |
| Kisii Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mumias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saptai Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ahero
40 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 24 hrs Outpatient Clinic | ||
| AAR | ||
| Afya Check | ||
| Aga Khan clinic | ||
| Aga Khan Kibuye Medical Centre | ||
| Ahava Medical Center | ||
| Ambundo Medical Centre | ||
| Amua Medicare | ||
| BENEC Medical Centre | ||
| Bridge Family Care And Cancer Centre | ||
| C1 Health Clinic | ||
| Christelle Medical Center | ||
| Dawamed Clinic | ||
| Dunga Dispensary | ||
| Dunga Maternity and Nursing Home | ||
| Equity Afya | ||
| Get Way Medical Services | ||
| Global Provider Intl Health Center | ||
| Hapex Medical Services | ||
| Home Community Medical Centre | ||
| Joy Pediatric Medical Centre | ||
| Kisumu Heart & Cancer Centre | ||
| Kogony Dispensary | ||
| Kowino Dispensary | ||
| Kuoyo Dispensary | ||
| Little Bulb Clinic | ||
| Manyatta Community Medical Clinic | ||
| Maxicare hospital | ||
| Medafya Health Care | ||
| Moringa dispensary | ||
| Newlife Medical Clinic | ||
| orthopex medical center | ||
| Port Florence Hospital | ||
| Prima Care Medical Center | ||
| Roanne Deshon Medical Clinic | ||
| Salama Cancer Centre | ||
| Sirinde Clinic | ||
| St. Andrew Health Center | ||
| st. Helier healthcare services | ||
| St.Vincent De'Paul Community Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ahero
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church Of Kenya | |
| H.T.C.A Bethel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ahero
What is the population of Ahero?
Ahero has a population of 11,801 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 213 people per square mile, spread across 55.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ahero?
Ahero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.