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Kihancha, Kenya
Migori County · Kenya
Kihancha is a small city in Migori County, Kenya with a population of 22,194. Elevation: 4,833 ft (1,473 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 22,194 |
| Population Density | 1,334 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,833 ft (1,473 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.1935°, 34.6197° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Migori County |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.5 inches (952 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kihancha
Kihancha is a small city in Kenya (Migori County) with a population of 22,194. The city sits at an elevation of 4,833 feet (1,473 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Kihancha
Kihancha has an average annual temperature of 22.1°C (72°F). The hottest month is Oct (23.4°C), the coldest is Jun (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1787 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.0°F |
| 30% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,833 ft (1,473 m) |
| Area | 16.6 sq mi (43.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,334/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.1935°N, 34.6197°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (91 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 189 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in |
Kihancha has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 67°F in August to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.4") and July the driest (1.9").
Schools in Kihancha
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taranganya Boys High School | — | — | — | — |
| Taranganya Boys High School | — | — | — | — |
| Taranganya Girls Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taranganya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taranganya Girls Boarding Primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Bukuria Bible School | — | — | — | — |
| Gokeharaka Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kokeharaka Primary scool | — | — | — | — |
| Trinity Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Ihore Primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Gamansisi Vocational Training | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Kihancha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kubhiguku Market | |||||
| Soko kuu Sirari | |||||
| Soko la matunda Sirari | |||||
| Soko Mjinga |
Airports Near Kihancha
32 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip | MRE | Medium Airport |
| Angama Mara Airport | ANA | Small Airport |
| Arroket Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buhemba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cottars Mara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Enarau Conservancy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fig Tree Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Homa Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intona Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Keekorok Airport | KEU | Small Airport |
| Kichwa Tembo Airport | KTJ | Small Airport |
| Kilgoris Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisii Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klein's Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kogatende Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kuluo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lamai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mara North Conservancy Airstrip | HKR | Small Airport |
| Mara Shikar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mara-Olkiombo Airport | OLX | Small Airport |
| Mfangano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Migori Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mugumu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Musiara Airstrip | MDR | Small Airport |
| Nampaso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ngerende Airport | — | Small Airport |
| North Mara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Olare Orok Airfield | OLG | Small Airport |
| Tarime Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Weavers Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Kihancha?
Kihancha has a population of 22,194 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 1,334 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kihancha?
Kihancha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.