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Keroka, Kenya
Nyamira county · Kenya
Keroka is a small city in Nyamira county, Kenya with a population of 10,881. Elevation: 6,739 ft (2,054 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Keroka
Keroka is a town located in Kenya's Nyamira and Kisii counties. It is the largest town in Nyamira county after Nyamira Town.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,881 |
| Population Density | 162 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,739 ft (2,054 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7761°, 34.9468° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nyamira county |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.8 inches (934 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Keroka
Keroka is a small city in Kenya (Nyamira county) with a population of 10,881. The city sits at an elevation of 6,739 feet (2,054 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Keroka
Keroka has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Mar (20.6°C), the coldest is Jul (17.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1836 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.8°F |
| 26% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,739 ft (2,054 m) |
| Area | 67.4 sq mi (174.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 162/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7761°N, 34.9468°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 150 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 6.2 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in |
Keroka has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 62°F in August to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 68.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.0") and January the driest (3.5").
Schools in Keroka
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amabuko Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| KERONGETA SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| nyanchonori secondary school and church centre | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Keroka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services-Kisii | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Keroka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birongo market | |||||
| Bonyunyu Market | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Nyamataro | |||||
| Nyansiongo | |||||
| Nyansiongo | |||||
| Tombe Market |
Restaurants in Keroka
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Keroka
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Keroka
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Keroka
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Keroka
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Keroka
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Keroka
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | Large Airport |
| Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip | MRE | Medium Airport |
| Angama Mara Airport | ANA | Small 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 |
| Fig Tree Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Homa Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Intona Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kichwa Tembo Airport | KTJ | Small Airport |
| Kilgoris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisii Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuluo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mara North Conservancy Airstrip | HKR | Small Airport |
| Mara Shikar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mara-Olkiombo Airport | OLX | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Migori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Musiara Airstrip | MDR | Small Airport |
| Nampaso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngerende Airport | - | Small Airport |
| North Mara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Seki Naboisho Airstrip | OSJ | Small Airport |
| Olare Orok Airfield | OLG | Small Airport |
| Siana Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tarime Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Weavers Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Keroka
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| nyankoba |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Keroka
What is the population of Keroka?
Keroka has a population of 10,881 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 162 people per square mile, spread across 67.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Keroka?
Keroka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.