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Kinungi, Kenya
Nakuru County · Kenya
Kinungi is a small town in Nakuru County, Kenya with a population of 2,573. Elevation: 7,992 ft (2,436 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Kinungi
Gilgil is a town in Nakuru County, Kenya. The town is located between Naivasha and Nakuru and along the Nairobi - Nakuru highway. It is to the west of the Gilgil River, which flows south to feed Lake Naivasha.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,573 |
| Population Density | 46 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,992 ft (2,436 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.8042°, 36.5313° |
| 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 Kinungi
Kinungi is a small town in Kenya (Nakuru County) with a population of 2,573. The city sits at an elevation of 7,992 feet (2,436 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 | 7,992 ft (2,436 m) |
| Area | 55.7 sq mi (144.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.8042°N, 36.5313°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olkaria (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 29 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 6.8 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in |
Kinungi has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 52°F in August to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.6") and July the driest (1.9").
Schools in Kinungi
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenview Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mariko Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magumu Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Githinji Seondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Riwanyambo Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Palteau | — | — | — | — |
| Heni Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Karati Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magumu Adult Learning Center | — | — | — | — |
| Mugiko Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magumu Adult Learning Center | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kinungi
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoza Radio | bongo flava, genge | MP3 | |
| Juja FM | — | MP3 | |
| At254 Radio | — | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Heaven FM Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Kinungi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Island Museum | ||||
| Crescent Island Museum |
Libraries in Kinungi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naivasha Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kinungi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gachoire Market | |||||
| Iriaini Market | |||||
| Kagwe Market | |||||
| Kambaa shopping centre | |||||
| Karatina Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kimende Market | |||||
| Kinungi Market | |||||
| Kwa Mbari centre | |||||
| Magina Shopping Center | |||||
| Maingi Market | |||||
| Naivasha Retail Market | |||||
| Naivasha Retail Market | |||||
| New Lari Trading Center | |||||
| Ngenya Centre | |||||
| Soko Mjinga | |||||
| Soko Mpya |
Cafes in Kinungi
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kinungi
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kinungi
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kinungi
50 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 |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Athi River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gogar 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 |
| Kabarak Airstrip | — | 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 |
| Milmet Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Narok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ndabibi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oserongoni Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sirocco Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kinungi
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Full Gospel church,Nyakio | |
| Full Gospel Churches of Kenya |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kinungi
What is the population of Kinungi?
Kinungi has a population of 2,573 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 55.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kinungi?
Kinungi 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.