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Katito, Kenya

Kisumu County · Kenya

Katito is a small city in Kisumu County, Kenya with a population of 5,098. Elevation: 3,839 ft (1,170 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,098 Population 92/sq mi density
3,839 ft Elevation 1,170 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
41.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Katito

Katito

Rift Valley Province of Kenya, bordering Uganda, was one of Kenya's eight provinces, before the 2013 Kenyan general election.
Rift Valley Province was the largest and one of the most economically important provinces in Kenya. It was dominated by the Kenya Rift Valley which passes through it and gave the province its name. According to the 2009 Census, the former province covered an area of 182,505.1 square kilometres and would have had a population of 10,006,805, making it the largest and most populous province in the country. The bulk of the provincial population inhabited a strip between former Nairobi and Nyanza Province. The capital was the town of Nakuru.

People

Population5,098
Density92/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation3,839 ft (1,170 m)
Population5,098
Population Density92 / sq mi
Elevation3,839 ft (1,170 m)
Coordinates-0.2693°, 34.9720°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceKisumu County
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation41.6 inches (1,058 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Katito

Katito is a small city in Kenya (Kisumu County) with a population of 5,098. The city sits at an elevation of 3,839 feet (1,170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Katito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 41.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,839 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Kenya avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,839 ft (1,170 m)
Area55.5 sq mi (143.7 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates-0.2693°N, 34.9720°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
10% above Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 13, 2010.

Jun 13, 2010 32 km WSW of Kisumu, Kenya M5.0 54 km
Sep 24, 2001 28 km ENE of Eldama Ravine, Kenya M4.7 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (54 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Homa Mountain Complex 1,751 m (5,745 ft) Unknown 54 km
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 145 km
Ol Kokwe Shield 1,130 m (3,707 ft) Unknown 158 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 163 km
Korosi Shield 1,446 m (4,744 ft) Unknown 172 km
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 183 km
Paka Shield 1,697 m (5,568 ft) -7550 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in Warmest
March 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in
April 74°F (23°C) 7.1 in Wettest
May 73°F (23°C) 6.0 in
June 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Coldest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
November 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in

Katito has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Katito

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Miruka Primary School - - - -
St. Alloys Secondary School - - - -
Rae Girls Secondary School - - - -
Thurgem Secondary School - - - -
Magunga Secondary School - - - -
Magunga Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Katito

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kisumu National Museum
Kisumu National Museum

Libraries in Katito

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kenya national library service0.0

Farmers Markets in Katito

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ahero Market
Ayanga Market Nyawita
Ayanga Market Nyawita
Bandani Market
Bandani Market
Bodi market
Bongu Kachieng
Chabera
Chichwa Market
Corona Market
Corona Market
Corona market - kowino
Corona market - kowino
Corona Market 2
Corona Market 2
Dunga Market
Dunga Market
Gesoko
Gesoko
Harambee Market
Kaego
Kaego
Kaego Market
Kaego Market
Kasawino Market
Kasawino Market
Katito Market
Kiboswa
Kibuye Market
Kilo
Kilo
Kipsitet Near Galaxy
Kisumu municipal market
Kombedu
Kombedu
Kombedu Market
Kombedu Market
Kona Mbuta Market
Kona Mbuta Market
Kondele Market
Kondele Market
Kondele Market
Kowino Market
Koyango market
Lake Market
Lolwe Junction Market
Lolwe Junction Market
Manyatta Market
Manyatta Market
Migosi Market
Nyamarimba Market
Nyamasaria
Nyamasaria
Nyawita
Nyawita
Nyawita market
Nyawita market
Oboch Market
Obunga Fish Market
Obunga Fish Market
Obunga Market
Obunga Market
Okanowach Market
Oyugis Market
Oyugis Market
Riat Market
Riat Market
Riat railway market
Riat railway market
Riat road side market
Riat road side market
Sikri
Simba Market
Simba Market
Sino Kagola
Sino Kagola
Sondu Agricultural Market
Uhuru Business Park Market Complex
Wathorego Market

Bus Stations in Katito

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Harambee stage

Gas Stations in Katito

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Stadiums & Teams in Katito

TeamLeagueDivision
Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium
Moi Stadium

Airports Near Katito

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eldoret International AirportEDLLarge Airport
Kisumu International AirportKISLarge Airport
Arroket Airport-Small Airport
Bomet Airport-Small Airport
Chagaik Airstrip-Small Airport
Changoi Tea Estate Airport-Small Airport
Chepgoiben Airstrip-Small Airport
Enarau Conservancy Airstrip-Small Airport
Homa Bay Airport-Small Airport
Kakamega AirportGGMSmall Airport
Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip-Small Airport
Kericho AirportKEYSmall Airport
Kerio Valley AirportKRVSmall Airport
Kisii Airport-Small Airport
Marinyn Airport-Small Airport
Mumias Airport-Small Airport
Saptai Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Katito

40 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
24 hrs Outpatient Clinic
AAR
Afya Check
Aga Khan clinic
Aga Khan Kibuye Medical Centre
Ahava Medical Center
Ambundo Medical Centre
Amua Medicare
BENEC Medical Centre
Bridge Family Care And Cancer Centre
C1 Health Clinic
Christelle Medical Center
Dawamed Clinic
Dunga Dispensary
Dunga Maternity and Nursing Home
Equity Afya
Get Way Medical Services
Global Provider Intl Health Center
Hapex Medical Services
Home Community Medical Centre
Joy Pediatric Medical Centre
Kisumu Heart & Cancer Centre
Kogony Dispensary
Kowino Dispensary
Kuoyo Dispensary
Little Bulb Clinic
Manyatta Community Medical Clinic
Maxicare hospital
Medafya Health Care
Moringa dispensary
Newlife Medical Clinic
orthopex medical center
Port Florence Hospital
Prima Care Medical Center
Roanne Deshon Medical Clinic
Salama Cancer Centre
Sirinde Clinic
St. Andrew Health Center
st. Helier healthcare services
St.Vincent De'Paul Community Clinic

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Nairobi

🇰🇪 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 Katito

What is the population of Katito?

Katito has a population of 5,098 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 55.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Katito?

Katito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches.

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