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Bahati, Kenya

Nakuru County · Kenya

Bahati is a small town in Nakuru County, Kenya with a population of 3,180. Elevation: 6,762 ft (2,061 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,180 Population 155/sq mi density
6,762 ft Elevation 2,061 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
39.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Bahati

Bahati is a constituency in Kenya. It is one of eleven constituencies in Nakuru County.

People

Population3,180
Density155/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation6,762 ft (2,061 m)
Population3,180
Population Density155 / sq mi
Elevation6,762 ft (2,061 m)
Coordinates-0.1541°, 36.1463°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceNakuru County
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation39.6 inches (1,005 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bahati

Bahati is a small town in Kenya (Nakuru County) with a population of 3,180. The city sits at an elevation of 6,762 feet (2,061 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Bahati enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,762 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above Kenya avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,762 ft (2,061 m)
Area20.5 sq mi (53.2 km²)
Population Density155/sq mi
Coordinates-0.1541°N, 36.1463°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.6"
4% above Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.98"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Sep 24, 2001.

Sep 24, 2001 28 km ENE of Eldama Ravine, Kenya M4.7 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Eburru, Ol Doinyo (56 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 56 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 85 km
Ol Kokwe Shield 1,130 m (3,707 ft) Unknown 86 km
Korosi Shield 1,446 m (4,744 ft) Unknown 103 km
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 113 km
Paka Shield 1,697 m (5,568 ft) -7550 120 km
Silali Shield 1,528 m (5,013 ft) -5050 145 km
Homa Mountain Complex 1,751 m (5,745 ft) Unknown 185 km
Emuruangogolak Shield 1,285 m (4,216 ft) 1910 185 km
Nyambeni Hills Shield 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
March 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in Warmest
April 66°F (19°C) 6.0 in Wettest
May 65°F (18°C) 5.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in Coldest
August 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in
September 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in

Bahati has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 63°F in July to 66°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Bahati

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kiamaina Secondary - - - -
Sint John Muthalti Academy Secondary School - - - -
LIMUKO SECONDARY SCHOOL - - - -
Jomo Kenyatta High School - - - -
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Museums in Bahati

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hyrax Hill Museum
Hyrax Hill Museum

Libraries in Bahati

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi Library0.0
Kenya National Library Service0.0
Kenya National Library Service0.0
Kenya National Library Service0.0

Farmers Markets in Bahati

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Afraha Stadium Annex Market
Afraha Stadium Annex Market
Bahati Open Air Market
Barnabas Highway Market
Barnabas Highway Market
Bondeni Central Commerce
Dondori Centre
Free Area Fresh Food Market
Kampi ya Moto Shopping Centre
Karuga Market
Kipanga Market
Kipanga Market
Kiundu
Kiundu
Maasai Market
Maasai Market
Maili Sita Market Heshima Road
Maili Sita Market Heshima Road
Maili Sita Shopping Center Kabatini
Market Stalls
Mbaruk Shopping Centre
Mogotio Old Market
Mwariki Shopping Cener
Nasher Market
Nasher Market
Nessuit Center
Nyahururu Market
Pondamali Market
Pondamali Market
Pwani Shopping Center
Rhonda Modern Market
Section 58 Center
Section 58 Center
Soko Mjinga
Soko Mjinga
Top Market
Town Market
White House Lane Market
Zawadi Food Market
Zawadi Food Market

Gas Stations in Bahati

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cytrex
OLA Energy

Stadiums & Teams in Bahati

TeamLeagueDivision
Afraha Stadium

Airports Near Bahati

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nakuru Lanet AirportNUUMedium Airport
Airspray Naivasha Airfield-Small Airport
Barina Airport-Small Airport
Barton's Naivasha Airport-Small Airport
Carzan Rongai Airport-Small Airport
Congrieve Airfield-Small Airport
Crescent Island Naivasha Airport-Small Airport
Delamare Camp Airport-Small Airport
Engelesha Airport-Small Airport
Gilgil Coulson Airport-Small Airport
Gogar Airport-Small Airport
Green Park Airport-Small Airport
Head Office Delamere Estates Airport-Small Airport
Ilkek Airport-Small Airport
Jolai Delamere Estates Airport-Small Airport
Kabarak Airstrip-Small Airport
Kamok Airstrip-Small Airport
Kapchomuswo (Kabarnet) Airport-Small Airport
Kerio Valley AirportKRVSmall Airport
Kifuku Estate Airstrip-Small Airport
Kigio (Malewa) Airport-Small Airport
Kisima Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Kongoni Airport-Small Airport
Kongoni Game Valley Airport-Small Airport
Laikipia Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Loldia Airport-Small Airport
Lomolo Airport-Small Airport
Longonot Fair Airstrip-Small Airport
Manyatta Airport-Small Airport
Mbaruk Airport-Small Airport
Menengai Airport-Small Airport
Milmet Airport-Small Airport
Mpala Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mpala Research Center Airstrip-Small Airport
Mukenye Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Naishi Airport-Small Airport
Naivasha Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ndabibi Airport-Small Airport
Ngorare Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Njoro Airport-Small Airport
Nyahururu Airport-Small Airport
Ol Maisor Airport-Small Airport
Oserian Naivasha Airport-Small Airport
Oserongoni Airport-Small Airport
Rumuruti Airstrip-Small Airport
Saguta Naibor Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Sirocco Airstrip-Small Airport
Solio Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Sosian Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
St. Andrews School Airstrip-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Nairobi

🇰🇪 About Kenya

Capital Nairobi
Population 51,393,010
Area 582,650 km²
GDP (USD) $107,500,884,685
GDP per capita $1,943
HDI 0.601
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 35.0%
Urban population 31.6%
Currency KES (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +254
TLD .ke
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Kenya

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Jun 1 Madaraka Day Madaraka Day
Oct 10 Mazingira Day Mazingira Day
Oct 20 Mashujaa Day Mashujaa Day
Dec 12 Jamhuri Day Jamhuri Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bahati

What is the population of Bahati?

Bahati has a population of 3,180 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 155 people per square mile, spread across 20.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bahati?

Bahati enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.

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