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Karuga, Kenya
Laikipia · Kenya
Karuga is a small town in Laikipia, Kenya with a population of 2,301. Elevation: 7,927 ft (2,416 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Karuga
The karuka is a species of tree in the screwpine family (Pandanaceae) and an important regional food crop in New Guinea. The nuts are more nutritious than coconuts, and are so popular that villagers in the highlands will move their entire households closer to trees for the harvest season.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,301 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,927 ft (2,416 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.0384°, 36.2928° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Laikipia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.7 inches (1,007 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karuga
Karuga is a small town in Kenya (Laikipia) with a population of 2,301. The city sits at an elevation of 7,927 feet (2,416 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,927 ft (2,416 m) |
| Area | 1,340.3 sq mi (3,471.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.0384°N, 36.2928°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ol Kokwe (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 99 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 105 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 124 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 163 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in |
Karuga has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 59°F in August to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (1.1").
Farmers Markets in Karuga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahati Open Air Market | |||||
| Karuga Market | |||||
| Kiandege Market | |||||
| Market Stalls | |||||
| Ndaragwa Market | |||||
| Nyahururu Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Karuga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Karuga
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nakuru Lanet Airport | NUU | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Barina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Engelesha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gogar 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 |
| Kabarak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamogi Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kapchomuswo (Kabarnet) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kerio Valley Airport | KRV | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laikipia Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Baringo (Kampi Ya Samaki) Airport | LBN | Small Airport |
| Lentille Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loisaba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lomolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbaruk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Menengai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milmet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mpala Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mpala Research Center Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mugie Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mukenye Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngorare Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyahururu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Ol Maisor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Malo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oljogi Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olmoran Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karuga
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| LU catholic church (cherika) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Karuga
What is the population of Karuga?
Karuga has a population of 2,301 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,340.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karuga?
Karuga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.