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Bomet, Kenya
Bomet County · Kenya
Bomet is a small city in Bomet County, Kenya with a population of 11,765. Elevation: 6,427 ft (1,959 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bomet
Bomet town is the capital and largest town of Bomet County, Kenya. Bomet town has a total population of 110,963. It is located along the B3 Mai Mahiu-Narok-Kisii road. Bomet town is one of the eight sister cities to Milwaukee.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,765 |
| Population Density | 91 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,427 ft (1,959 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7813°, 35.3416° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Bomet County |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.5 inches (1,283 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bomet
Bomet is a small city in Kenya (Bomet County) with a population of 11,765. The city sits at an elevation of 6,427 feet (1,959 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Bomet
Bomet has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Mar (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (15.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1251 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,427 ft (1,959 m) |
| Area | 129.0 sq mi (334.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 91/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7813°N, 35.3416°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Eburru, Ol Doinyo (99 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 107 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in |
Bomet has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 59°F in July to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.6") and July the driest (2.7").
Colleges & Universities in Bomet
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving school | College | - | , |
| Enelerai vaccational training | College | - | , |
| Ilmotiook vocational training centre | College | - | , |
Radio Stations near Bomet
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Bomet
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chebole Market | |||||
| Kapkwen Market | |||||
| Litein Market | |||||
| Sotteg Plaza |
Restaurants in Bomet
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bomet
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bomet
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bomet
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bomet
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bomet
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | Large Airport |
| Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip | MRE | Medium Airport |
| Angama Mara Airport | ANA | Small Airport |
| Arroket Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagaik Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chepgoiben Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Enarau Conservancy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fig Tree Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gogar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Intona Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kabarak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kichwa Tembo Airport | KTJ | Small Airport |
| Kilgoris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisii Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuluo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mara North Conservancy Airstrip | HKR | Small Airport |
| Mara Shikar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mara-Olkiombo Airport | OLX | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Menengai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Musiara Airstrip | MDR | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nampaso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Narok Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngerende Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Seki Naboisho Airstrip | OSJ | Small Airport |
| Olare Orok Airfield | OLG | Small Airport |
| Siana Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St. Andrews School Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Weavers Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bomet
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bomet Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bomet
What is the population of Bomet?
Bomet has a population of 11,765 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 129.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bomet?
Bomet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches.