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Kavati, Kenya

Kitui County · Kenya

Kavati is a small town in Kitui County, Kenya with a population of 2,420. Elevation: 4,022 ft (1,226 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,420 Population 8/sq mi density
4,022 ft Elevation 1,226 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Kavati

Kavati

The Eastern Province of Kenya was one of 8 Provinces of Kenya. Its northern boundary ran along with that of Ethiopia; the North Eastern Province and Coast Province lay to the east and south; and the remainder of Kenya's provinces, including Central Province, ran along its western border. The provincial capital was Embu.

People

Population2,420
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation4,022 ft (1,226 m)
Population2,420
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation4,022 ft (1,226 m)
Coordinates-1.2340°, 37.9157°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceKitui County
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kavati

Kavati is a small town in Kenya (Kitui County) with a population of 2,420. The city sits at an elevation of 4,022 feet (1,226 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Kavati enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,022 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above Kenya avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,022 ft (1,226 m)
Area318.4 sq mi (824.6 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-1.2340°N, 37.9157°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Apr 17, 2012.

Apr 17, 2012 38 km SSW of Makueni Boma, Kenya M4.5 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (161 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chyulu Hills Volcanic field 2,188 m (7,178 ft) 1855 161 km
Nyambeni Hills Shield 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 163 km
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 174 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 184 km
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
March 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in Warmest
April 72°F (22°C) 6.7 in
May 71°F (21°C) 1.6 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
October 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 9.8 in Wettest
December 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in

Kavati has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in July to 73°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Kavati

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kanyonyoo Market
Marikiti

Gas Stations in Kavati

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

National oil

Stadiums & Teams in Kavati

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Airports Near Kavati

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Embu Airport-Small Airport
Kamburu Airport-Small Airport
Kiambere Airport-Small Airport
Kitui Airport-Small Airport
Mutomo Airport-Small Airport
Wanguru (Thiba) Airport-Small Airport

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 Kavati

What is the population of Kavati?

Kavati has a population of 2,420 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 318.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kavati?

Kavati enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

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