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Kebirigo, Kenya

Nyamira county · Kenya

Kebirigo is a small town in Nyamira county, Kenya with a population of 4,711. Elevation: 6,713 ft (2,046 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,711 Population 152/sq mi density
6,713 ft Elevation 2,046 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
41.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Kebirigo


Nyamira is a town in Kenya. It is the largest town and headquarters of its Nyamira County. It had a population of around 605,576 according to the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census
The main government hospital is Nyamira District Hospital.

People

Population4,711
Density152/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation6,713 ft (2,046 m)
Population4,711
Population Density152 / sq mi
Elevation6,713 ft (2,046 m)
Coordinates-0.6029°, 34.9612°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceNyamira 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 Kebirigo

Kebirigo is a small town in Kenya (Nyamira county) with a population of 4,711. The city sits at an elevation of 6,713 feet (2,046 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.

Kebirigo 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 6,713 feet, a high-altitude location.

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

Elevation6,713 ft (2,046 m)
Area31.0 sq mi (80.2 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates-0.6029°N, 34.9612°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
10% above Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 10.08"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Mar 11, 2021.

Jun 13, 2010 32 km WSW of Kisumu, Kenya M5.0 69 km
Mar 11, 2021 27 km SSW of Tarime, Tanzania M4.8 133 km
Sep 24, 2001 28 km ENE of Eldama Ravine, Kenya M4.7 138 km
Jun 16, 2010 21 km NNW of Mugumu, Tanzania M4.3 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (57 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Homa Mountain Complex 1,751 m (5,745 ft) Unknown 57 km
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 140 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 152 km
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 167 km
Ol Kokwe Shield 1,130 m (3,707 ft) Unknown 184 km
Korosi Shield 1,446 m (4,744 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Driest
February 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 6.4 in
April 65°F (19°C) 10.1 in Wettest
May 64°F (18°C) 7.8 in
June 63°F (17°C) 5.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in
August 63°F (17°C) 6.4 in Coldest
September 63°F (17°C) 5.7 in
October 64°F (18°C) 5.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 6.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in

Kebirigo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in August to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 70.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Kebirigo

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nyamiranga S.D.A Secondary School - - - -
Nyamiranga D.E.B Primary School - - - -
Nyambaria High School - - - -
Kenyoro Primary School - - - -
St. Peters Nyakemincha Secondary School - - - -
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Libraries in Kebirigo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kenya National Library Services-Kisii0.0

Farmers Markets in Kebirigo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Birongo market
Bodi market
Bongu Kachieng
Bonyunyu Market
Chabera
Daraja Mbili Market
Itibo Market
Keroka Market
Kisii County Market
Kisii Town Market
Kitaru Centre
Litein Market
Magombo Market
Manga Farmers Market
Mokomoni Market
Mokomoni Tea Buying Centre
Mosocho Market
Nyakoe Market
Nyamarimba Market
Nyamataro
Nyansiongo
Nyansiongo
Oboch Market
Oyugis Market
Oyugis Market
Sikri
Sino Kagola
Sino Kagola
Sondu Agricultural Market
Tombe Market

Stadiums & Teams in Kebirigo

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Airports Near Kebirigo

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kisumu International AirportKISLarge Airport
Angama Mara AirportANASmall 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
Intona Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip-Small Airport
Kericho AirportKEYSmall Airport
Kichwa Tembo AirportKTJSmall Airport
Kilgoris Airport-Small Airport
Kisii Airport-Small Airport
Kuluo Airport-Small Airport
Mara North Conservancy AirstripHKRSmall Airport
Mara Shikar Airport-Small Airport
Marinyn Airport-Small Airport
Migori Airport-Small Airport
Musiara AirstripMDRSmall Airport
Nampaso Airport-Small Airport
Ngerende Airport-Small Airport
Olare Orok AirfieldOLGSmall Airport
Saptai Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Tarime Airport-Small Airport
Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kebirigo

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Erandi E.L.C.K Church
Gietai S.D.A Church
Nyamiranga S.D.A Church
Riamairima P.A.G Church

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 Kebirigo

What is the population of Kebirigo?

Kebirigo has a population of 4,711 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 31.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kebirigo?

Kebirigo 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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