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Kianyaga, Kenya
Kirinyaga County · Kenya
Kianyaga is a small town in Kirinyaga County, Kenya with a population of 2,974. Elevation: 4,885 ft (1,489 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Kianyaga
The Central Province was a region in central Kenya until 2013, when Kenya's provinces were replaced by a system of counties. It covered an area of 11,449 km2 (4,420 sq mi) and was located to the north of Nairobi and west of Mount Kenya. The province had 4,383,743 inhabitants according to the 2009 census. The provincial headquarters was Nyeri.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,974 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,885 ft (1,489 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.4955°, 37.3503° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kirinyaga County |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.0 inches (1,195 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kianyaga
Kianyaga is a small town in Kenya (Kirinyaga County) with a population of 2,974. The city sits at an elevation of 4,885 feet (1,489 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,885 ft (1,489 m) |
| Area | 312.0 sq mi (808.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.4955°N, 37.3503°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (99 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 126 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 12.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 10.5 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in |
Kianyaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 61°F in August to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 67.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (14.4") and January the driest (1.7").
Libraries in Kianyaga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Service - Karatina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Services | 0.0 | |||||
| new library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kianyaga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Bus Station Shops | |||||
| Embu Market | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Gachoka Market | |||||
| Gatumbi market | |||||
| Grain Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Kagumo Market | |||||
| Karatina Clothes Market | |||||
| Karatina Market | |||||
| Karatina Open Air Market | |||||
| Kiangwaci Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kibingoti Shopping Centre | |||||
| Ndindiruku Market | |||||
| SAGANA OPEN MARKET |
Banks in Kianyaga
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kianyaga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kianyaga
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Borana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Embori Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Enasoit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gaitu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamburu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kiambere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisima Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lewa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mawingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mitunguu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Kenya Lodge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mukenye Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ngare Ndare Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Oldonyo Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Segera Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ura Gate Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wanguru (Thiba) Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Kianyaga?
Kianyaga has a population of 2,974 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 312.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kianyaga?
Kianyaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches.