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Kangundo, Kenya

Machakos County · Kenya

Kangundo is a small city in Machakos County, Kenya with a population of 10,258. Elevation: 5,276 ft (1,608 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,258 Population 697/sq mi density
5,276 ft Elevation 1,608 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Kangundo

Kangundo



Kangundo is a town in
Machakos County, Kenya. Kangundo is part of the extensive 4 county metropolitan area of Nairobi. It is classified as a twin sister to the town of Tala due to their close proximity.

People

Population10,258
Density697/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Population10,258
Population Density697 / sq mi
Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Coordinates-1.3034°, 37.3481°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceMachakos County
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (803 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kangundo

Kangundo is a small city in Kenya (Machakos County) with a population of 10,258. The city sits at an elevation of 5,276 feet (1,608 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Climate in Kangundo

Kangundo has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.4°C), the coldest is Jul (19.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 675 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.5°C / 71°F 14° / 31.2° 42.4
Feb 22.9°C / 73°F 14.4° / 33.4° 25.2
Mar 23.4°C / 74°F 15.5° / 33.4° 47.4
Apr 22.1°C / 72°F 15° / 31.6° 130.6
May 20.8°C / 69°F 13.6° / 30.2° 51.2
Jun 19.8°C / 68°F 12.1° / 29.6° 26.7
Jul 19.5°C / 67°F 11.1° / 29.5° 20.5
Aug 20.2°C / 68°F 12.5° / 31.3° 17.0
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 13.2° / 31.8° 21.9
Oct 22.1°C / 72°F 13.7° / 32.3° 70.7
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 15.4° / 30.6° 139.0
Dec 21.1°C / 70°F 14.1° / 29.6° 82.0
Kangundo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,276 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Kenya avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Area14.7 sq mi (38.1 km²)
Population Density697/sq mi
Coordinates-1.3034°N, 37.3481°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.91"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 16, 2024.

Jul 16, 2024 7 km NW of Magadi, Kenya M4.6 139 km
Apr 17, 2012 38 km SSW of Makueni Boma, Kenya M4.5 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Suswa (112 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 112 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 126 km
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 145 km
Chyulu Hills Volcanic field 2,188 m (7,178 ft) 1855 164 km
Nyambeni Hills Shield 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
February 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in Warmest
April 71°F (22°C) 6.7 in
May 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 7.9 in Wettest
December 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in

Kangundo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in August to 72°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.9") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Kangundo

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Misyani Youth Poly - - - -
KOMBE HGM PRIMARY SCHOOL - - - -
Kwambalu Primary School - - - -
Mukuyuni Primary School - - - -
Malatani Primary School - - - -
Kivi Deb Primary School - - - -
Ngomani Primary School - - - -
Kathini Sa Primary School - - - -
Kilindiloni Primary School - - - -
Kwamwenze Primary School - - - -
Kavilingoni Primary School - - - -
Kyaaka Primary School - - - -
Mulingana Primary School - - - -
Kitwi Institute Of Tech - - - -
Abc Kivi Youth Poly - - - -
Mbilini Adult Centre School - - - -
Kivi Abc Secondary School - - - -
Imilini Secondary School - - - -
Kavilingoni Secondary School - - - -
Mulingana Secondary School - - - -
Kangundo Secondary School - - - -
Misyani Girls Secondary School - - - -
Kitwii Secondary School - - - -
Kawauni Secondary School - - - -
Matetani Secondary School - - - -
St Marys Mukunike Secondary School - - - -
Kawethei Secondary School - - - -
Mbiuni Secondary School - - - -
Muiuni Adult Centre - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kangundo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Juja FM - MP3

Farmers Markets in Kangundo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Iiani Market
Itithini Market
Kakuswi Market
Kanaani Market
Kangemi Market
Katanga shoping centre (Muisuni Market)
Kathiani Market
Kathiani Town
Kathome Market
Kathome Shopping Centre
Kimangu Shopping Centre
kithimani market
Kithini Shopping Centre
KIVANDINI
Kivandini Market
Kthiani Market
KWA-LUMBU
Kwamizyoka Market
Machakos Open Air Market
MAKUTI
Mbaani Market
MBIUNI MARKET
Mina Nthoni Market
Muthetheni Market
Mutituno market
Nguluni
Nguluni Shopping Center
Sokoni Vegetable vendors
Wandue Market
Yathui Market

Gas Stations in Kangundo

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rubis
Viet Petro Station

Banks in Kangundo

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Postbank Kangundo Branch

Stadiums & Teams in Kangundo

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Airports Near Kangundo

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jomo Kenyatta International AirportNBOLarge Airport
Moi Air Base-Medium Airport
Nairobi Wilson AirportWILMedium Airport
Athi River Airport-Small Airport
Bobs Harries Airport-Small Airport
Embu Airport-Small Airport
Kajiado Airport-Small Airport
Kamburu Airport-Small Airport
Kiambere Airport-Small Airport
Kitui Airport-Small Airport
Limuru Airstrip-Small Airport
Lubarra Airport-Small Airport
Malinda Estate Airstrip-Small Airport
Orly Airpark-Small Airport
Talu Airport-Small Airport
Wanguru (Thiba) Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kangundo

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AIC Church, Muisuni
Itoloni salvation Army Church
ST JOHN BOSCO MAKILIVA CATHOLIC CHURCH

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Nairobi
Elevation
1,544 m (5,066 ft)

🇰🇪 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 Kangundo

What is the population of Kangundo?

Kangundo has a population of 10,258 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 697 people per square mile, spread across 14.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kangundo?

Kangundo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

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