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Chepareria, Kenya
West Pokot County · Kenya
Chepareria is a small town in West Pokot County, Kenya with a population of 1,073. Elevation: 5,692 ft (1,735 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Chepareria
Chepareria is a town located in West Pokot County, Rift Valley Province of Kenya. Under the Kenya's Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), Chepareria town was named the administrative headquarters of Pokot South Constituency.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,073 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,692 ft (1,735 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.3058°, 35.2037° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | West Pokot County |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.4 inches (1,127 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chepareria
Chepareria is a small town in Kenya (West Pokot County) with a population of 1,073. The city sits at an elevation of 5,692 feet (1,735 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,692 ft (1,735 m) |
| Area | 1,353.8 sq mi (3,506.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.3058°N, 35.2037°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silali (115 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 115 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 117 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 127 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 156 km |
| Barrier, The | Shield | 1,032 m (3,386 ft) | 1921 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 6.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in |
Chepareria has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 60°F in July to 64°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Chepareria
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELCK Mongorion Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mokoyon Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chepareria Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chepareria Mixed Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Cecilia Chepareria Girls Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chepkechir Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| River Jordan Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Akimultin ECDE Centre | — | — | — | — |
| St.Peters kaprom Mixed Day Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaprom Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sakat Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Putor Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chepareria
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRG Radio | pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Chepareria
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amuka Market | |||||
| Aramaket Shopping Center | |||||
| Bendera Market Stalls | |||||
| Chepareria Market | |||||
| Chepkechir Trading Center | |||||
| Chepkechir Trading Center | |||||
| Emboasis Trading Centre | |||||
| Kamarkech Shopping Center | |||||
| Kamatira Trading Centre | |||||
| Keringet Market Centre | |||||
| Kobos Market | |||||
| Kolongolo | |||||
| Kwanza | |||||
| Makutano Stalls | |||||
| Maridadi | |||||
| Murkwijit Trading Center Pit Latrine | |||||
| Namanjalala Market | |||||
| Nyakwala Center | |||||
| Sakat Trading Centre |
Clinics in Chepareria
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chepareria
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chepareria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chepareria
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kitale Airport | KTL | Medium Airport |
| Bungoma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| George Smith Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kapenguria (Kishaunet) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maji Mazuri Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sergoit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sigor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Turkwel Gorge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Webuye Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chepareria
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chepareria Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chepareria
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kapoito Livinstone Church | |
| Kaprom Catholic Church | |
| Seven Day Adventist Church Chepareria | |
| St. Mathias Mulumba Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
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What is the population of Chepareria?
Chepareria has a population of 1,073 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,353.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chepareria?
Chepareria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches.