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Iten, Kenya
Elegeyo-Marakwet · Kenya
Iten is a mid-size city in Elegeyo-Marakwet, Kenya with a population of 42,000. Elevation: 7,726 ft (2,355 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 42,000 |
| Population Density | 170 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,726 ft (2,355 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.6703°, 35.5081° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Elegeyo-Marakwet |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.6 inches (954 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Iten
Iten is a mid-size city in Kenya (Elegeyo-Marakwet) with a population of 42,000. The city sits at an elevation of 7,726 feet (2,355 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Iten
Iten has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1151 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,726 ft (2,355 m) |
| Area | 246.7 sq mi (638.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.6703°N, 35.5081°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ol Kokwe (63 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 63 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 80 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 96 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 130 km |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 178 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 1.7 in |
Iten has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 67°F in July to 71°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Iten
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Changlee Adventist Technical Institute | College | - | , |
| Chinato Vocational and Educational Training Center | College | - | , |
| Learning Resource Centre | College | - | , |
Schools in Iten
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Itenn Vocation Training Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Sunrise Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Crown Academy -Iten | - | - | - | - |
| Blair Serem School-Iten | - | - | - | - |
| Blair Serem School - Iten | - | - | - | - |
| St Patricks High School | - | - | - | - |
| Iten Day Secodary School | - | - | - | - |
| Iten Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mindiliwo Special School | - | - | - | - |
| Mindililwo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Iten
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Iten
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabarnet Museum |
Libraries in Iten
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Service -Eldoret | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service -Eldoret | 0.0 | |||||
| Polkadot Library Kabarnet | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Iten
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iten Marketplace | |||||
| Kabarnet Public Market | |||||
| Kalel Trading Centre | |||||
| Kapluk Trading Centre | |||||
| Lake Kamnarok Trading Centre | |||||
| Municipal Market | |||||
| Municipal Market | |||||
| West Market | |||||
| West Market |
Restaurants in Iten
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Iten
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Iten
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Iten
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Iten
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Kipchoge Keino Stadium |
Airports Near Iten
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eldoret International Airport | EDL | Large Airport |
| Kitale Airport | KTL | Medium Airport |
| Eldoret Boma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| George Smith Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kakamega Airport | GGM | Small Airport |
| Kapchomuswo (Kabarnet) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapedo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapenguria (Kishaunet) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kerio Valley Airport | KRV | Small Airport |
| Lake Baringo (Kampi Ya Samaki) Airport | LBN | Small Airport |
| Lomolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maji Mazuri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Saptai Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sergoit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Iten
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Iten Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Iten
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Kimalel Health centre | ||
| St. Mary's Hospital |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Iten
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AIC Mindiliwo | |
| Sacred Heart of Jesus |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Iten
What is the population of Iten?
Iten has a population of 42,000 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 170 people per square mile, spread across 246.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Iten?
Iten enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.