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Kijabe, Kenya
Nakuru County · Kenya
Kijabe is a small town in Nakuru County, Kenya with a population of 4,679. Elevation: 7,418 ft (2,261 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kijabe
Kijabe is a town in Kenya.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,679 |
| Population Density | 139 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,418 ft (2,261 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.9480°, 36.5980° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nakuru County |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.9 inches (607 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kijabe
Kijabe is a small town in Kenya (Nakuru County) with a population of 4,679. The city sits at an elevation of 7,418 feet (2,261 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,418 ft (2,261 m) |
| Area | 33.8 sq mi (87.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.9480°N, 36.5980°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olkaria (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 34 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 7.7 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in |
Kijabe has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in August to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.0") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Kijabe
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinale High School | - | - | - | - |
| Rift Valley Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Kiambogo School | - | - | - | - |
| Maingi Nursery | - | - | - | - |
| kingatua_secondary_school | - | - | - | - |
| Kingatua Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kago Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Mbauini Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kijabe Boys High school | - | - | - | - |
| Mirangi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kijabe Boys High school | - | - | - | - |
| Utugi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Departmalet Of Adult Educ Huruma Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Sint Dominic Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kenton Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kijabe Girls' Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maai Mahiu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cafe of Creation Kenya | - | - | - | - |
| Kijabe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kijabe_girls | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kijabe
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoza Radio | bongo flava, genge | MP3 | |
| AT254 Online Radio | - | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Juja FM | - | MP3 | |
| At254 Radio | - | AAC 192 kbps | |
| George Jones | - | MP3 | |
| Heaven FM Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Maria Kenya - Nairobi | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Kijabe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Island Museum | ||||
| Crescent Island Museum |
Libraries in Kijabe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naivasha Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kijabe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gachoire Market | |||||
| Gatina Tea Buying Centre | |||||
| Githiga Market | |||||
| Iriaini Market | |||||
| Kabuku Junction Kiosks | |||||
| Kagwe Market | |||||
| Kambaa shopping centre | |||||
| Kangangi Market | |||||
| Kangangi Market | |||||
| Karatina Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kiambu Market | |||||
| Kika Stalls | |||||
| Kika Stalls | |||||
| Kimende Market | |||||
| Kinungi Market | |||||
| Kwa Mbari centre | |||||
| Kwambira Market | |||||
| Limuru Market | |||||
| Limuru Vegetable Market | |||||
| Lumuru Market | |||||
| Magina Shopping Center | |||||
| Maingi Market | |||||
| Miguta Shopping Centre | |||||
| Naivasha Retail Market | |||||
| Naivasha Retail Market | |||||
| Ndumberi Dairies Riabai | |||||
| Ndumberi Dairies Riabai | |||||
| New Lari Trading Center | |||||
| Ngenya Centre | |||||
| Riabai Shopping Centre | |||||
| Rironi Shopping center -Kambi | |||||
| Ruii Centre | |||||
| Soko Mjinga | |||||
| Soko Mpya | |||||
| Tigoni Stores |
Veterinaries in Kijabe
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kijabe
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kijabe
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kijabe
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kijabe
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kijabe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kijabe
43 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | NBO | Large Airport |
| Moi Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nairobi Wilson Airport | WIL | Medium Airport |
| Nakuru Lanet Airport | NUU | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Athi River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Head Office Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jolai Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kedong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Game Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Langata Enerit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malinda Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbaruk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Menengai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ndabibi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Orly Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sirocco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kijabe
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AIC Church Kijabe | |
| First Baptist Church | |
| Full Gospel Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kijabe
What is the population of Kijabe?
Kijabe has a population of 4,679 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 139 people per square mile, spread across 33.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kijabe?
Kijabe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches.