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Kangare, Kenya
Murang'A · Kenya
Kangare is a small town in Murang'A, Kenya with a population of 4,096. Elevation: 6,591 ft (2,009 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kangare
The Central Province was a region in central Kenya until 2013, when Kenya's provinces were replaced by a system of counties. It covered an area of 11,449 km2 (4,420 sq mi) and was located to the north of Nairobi and west of Mount Kenya. The province had 4,383,743 inhabitants according to the 2009 census. The provincial headquarters was Nyeri.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,096 |
| Population Density | 42 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,591 ft (2,009 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7957°, 36.8813° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Murang'A |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.3 inches (744 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kangare
Kangare is a small town in Kenya (Murang'A) with a population of 4,096. The city sits at an elevation of 6,591 feet (2,009 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 340 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,591 ft (2,009 m) |
| Area | 97.3 sq mi (252.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7957°N, 36.8813°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olkaria (67 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 67 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 70 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 15.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 12.8 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 9.0 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in |
Kangare has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 59°F in August to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 66.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.5") and September the driest (1.9").
Schools in Kangare
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mbugiti boys high school | - | - | - | - |
| Mbugiti polytechnic | - | - | - | - |
| Mbugiti primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kagari primary | - | - | - | - |
| Karangi secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Karangi primary | - | - | - | - |
| Wanyaga primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kimandi primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kimandi secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Ndakaini primary | - | - | - | - |
| Ndakaini secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Kigumo Township Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Karega Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kangare
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoza Radio | bongo flava, genge | MP3 | |
| Juja FM | - | MP3 | |
| At254 Radio | - | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Heaven FM Radio | - | MP3 |
Farmers Markets in Kangare
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gachoire Market | |||||
| Gatundu Market | |||||
| Gatunyu | |||||
| Iriaini Market | |||||
| Kagundu-ini Market | |||||
| Kagwe Market | |||||
| Kambaa shopping centre | |||||
| Karatina Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kwa Mbari centre | |||||
| Ngenya Centre | |||||
| U-Shop Shopping Centre & Matatu Stage |
Clinics in Kangare
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kangare
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kangare
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kangare
44 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | NBO | Large Airport |
| Moi Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nairobi Wilson Airport | WIL | Medium Airport |
| Nakuru Lanet Airport | NUU | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Athi River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Head Office Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jolai Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kedong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Game Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malinda Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbaruk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Kenya Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ndabibi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sirocco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wanguru (Thiba) Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kangare
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ACC&S Wakibugi church |
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What is the population of Kangare?
Kangare has a population of 4,096 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 97.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kangare?
Kangare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.