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Kutus, Kenya
Kirinyaga County · Kenya
Kutus is a small city in Kirinyaga County, Kenya with a population of 9,143. Elevation: 4,186 ft (1,276 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kutus
Kutus is a town in Kirinyaga County, Kenya, serving as the county's administrative headquarters.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,143 |
| Population Density | 83 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,186 ft (1,276 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.5753°, 37.3269° |
| 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 Kutus
Kutus is a small city in Kenya (Kirinyaga County) with a population of 9,143. The city sits at an elevation of 4,186 feet (1,276 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 | 4,186 ft (1,276 m) |
| Area | 110.7 sq mi (286.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.5753°N, 37.3269°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 121 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 12.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 2.8 in |
Kutus has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 62°F in July to 71°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (12.3") and July the driest (0.9").
Libraries in Kutus
| 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 Kutus
| 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 | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| Ndindiruku Market | |||||
| SAGANA OPEN MARKET | |||||
| Wakaria Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Kutus
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kutus
36 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | NBO | Large Airport |
| Laikipia Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Moi Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nairobi Wilson Airport | WIL | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embori Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embu 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 |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mawingo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mitunguu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Kenya Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Oldonyo Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rutundu 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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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kutus
What is the population of Kutus?
Kutus has a population of 9,143 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 110.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kutus?
Kutus 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.