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Kainuk, Kenya
Turkana County · Kenya
Kainuk is a small city in Turkana County, Kenya with a population of 10,535. Elevation: 2,707 ft (825 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,535 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,707 ft (825 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.7744°, 35.5064° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Turkana County |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.9 inches (532 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kainuk
Kainuk is a small city in Kenya (Turkana County) with a population of 10,535. The city sits at an elevation of 2,707 feet (825 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Kainuk
Kainuk has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.2°C), the coldest is Jul (26.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 405 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,707 ft (825 m) |
| Area | 1,353.8 sq mi (3,506.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.7744°N, 35.5064°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Emuruangogolak (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 97 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 105 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 106 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 121 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Barrier, The | Shield | 1,032 m (3,386 ft) | 1921 | 133 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in |
Kainuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 74°F in July to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.5").
Airports Near Kainuk
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapedo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapenguria (Kishaunet) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapese Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Katilu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lokichar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lokori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loperot Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lotubae Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sigor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turkwel Gorge Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kainuk
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Catholic Church | |
| All Saints Parish, Kainuk |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kainuk
What is the population of Kainuk?
Kainuk has a population of 10,535 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,353.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kainuk?
Kainuk has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches.