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Chogoria, Kenya

Tharaka - Nithi · Kenya

Chogoria is a small city in Tharaka - Nithi, Kenya with a population of 7,603. Elevation: 5,079 ft (1,548 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,603 Population 41/sq mi density
5,079 ft Elevation 1,548 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
69.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Chogoria

Chogoria

Chogoria is a town located in Mwimbi Division of Tharaka-Nithi County of Kenya. It is located approximately 97 miles from Nairobi. It is connected to the rest of the country by an all-weather, tarmacked road, the Meru-Nairobi Highway. The closest town to Chogoria is Chuka. Other nearby towns are Igoji, Nkubu, Meru and Embu. The town has an urban population of 28,415 and a rural population of 3,208.

People

Population7,603
Density41/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain69.8 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Population7,603
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Coordinates-0.2295°, 37.6273°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceTharaka - Nithi
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation69.8 inches (1,772 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chogoria

Chogoria is a small city in Kenya (Tharaka - Nithi) with a population of 7,603. The city sits at an elevation of 5,079 feet (1,548 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Chogoria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,079 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above Kenya avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Area186.4 sq mi (482.9 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates-0.2295°N, 37.6273°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.8"
84% above Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 14.76"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.50"

Air Quality

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (58 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nyambeni Hills Shield 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 58 km
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 163 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 166 km
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 175 km
Ol Kokwe Shield 1,130 m (3,707 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
February 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
March 66°F (19°C) 5.6 in Warmest
April 65°F (18°C) 14.8 in Wettest
May 64°F (18°C) 9.6 in
June 62°F (16°C) 1.5 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in Coldest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 10.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 13.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 5.0 in

Chogoria has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 61°F in July to 66°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 69.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (14.8") and June the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Chogoria

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kiurani Primary School - - - -
Kiurani High School - - - -
Kairiene primary - - - -
St.Eugene mixed secondary - - - -
Iruma Girls High School - - - -
Chogoria Senior Girls High School - - - -
St. Mary's Girls' High School - - - -
Kieni Primary School - - - -
Jediel Kiraithe (JK) Academy - - - -
M/Ekorani Primary School - - - -
MAKURI GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL - - - -
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Radio Stations near Chogoria

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Farmers Markets in Chogoria

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gatimbi
Gatumbi market
gishine market
Kaguma Market
Karandine
Kariene Market
Katheri Market
Kauru Market
Keria Market
Kieni Kia Ndege
Kiigene Market Centre
Kithino Market
mukuuni market
murio mburaga market
ndagani
NDAGANI
Nguruki Shopping Centre
Open Air Market
Quba Madukani
Soko Mjinga
Tunyai Market
Ubarini Market
Ukuu Market

Restaurants in Chogoria

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anabas Resort Trout and Seafood grill
Kilimo Talii
Picnic Lounge

Cafes in Chogoria

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Safari Café

Clinics in Chogoria

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kairiene dispensary

Gas Stations in Chogoria

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf Energy
Mlajasho
National Oil, Magutuni
Savanna Energy

Stadiums & Teams in Chogoria

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Airports Near Chogoria

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laikipia Air Base-Medium Airport
Nanyuki Civil AirportNYKMedium Airport
Borana Airport-Small Airport
Dol Dol Airport-Small Airport
Embori Farm Airport-Small Airport
Embu Airport-Small Airport
Enasoit Airport-Small Airport
Fairmont Airstrip-Small Airport
Gaitu Airport-Small Airport
Ibis Farm Airport-Small Airport
Il Ngwesi Airstrip-Small Airport
Isiolo Airport-Small Airport
Kamburu Airport-Small Airport
Kamwaki Farm Airport-Small Airport
Kiambere Airport-Small Airport
Kisima Farm Airport-Small Airport
Laburra Airport-Small Airport
Laragai Airstrip-Small Airport
Lentille Airport-Small Airport
Lewa Airstrip-Small Airport
Lolomarik Airport-Small Airport
Marrian's Airport-Small Airport
Mawingo Airport-Small Airport
Mitunguu Airport-Small Airport
Mount Kenya Lodge Airstrip-Small Airport
Mpala Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mpala Research Center Airstrip-Small Airport
Mughwongo Hill Airport-Small Airport
Mulika Lodge AirportJJMSmall Airport
Nanyuki West Airport-Small Airport
National Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Ngare Ndare Airstrip-Small Airport
Nyeri AirportNYESmall Airport
Oldonyo Farm Airport-Small Airport
Oljogi Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Olpejeta Airport-Small Airport
Rojewero River Airport-Small Airport
Rutundu Airport-Small Airport
Segera Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Solio Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Tana River Airport-Small Airport
Tassia Airport-Small Airport
Ura Gate Airstrip-Small Airport
Wanguru (Thiba) Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Chogoria

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chogoria

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chogoria

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
EAPC
Iruma Parish Catholic Church
Kairuni Catholic
Our Lady of Holy Rosary
PCEA Kairuni

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 Chogoria

What is the population of Chogoria?

Chogoria has a population of 7,603 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 186.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chogoria?

Chogoria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.8 inches.

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