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Makindu, Kenya
Makueni County · Kenya
Makindu is a small city in Makueni County, Kenya with a population of 15,038. Elevation: 3,258 ft (993 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Makindu
Makindu is a town in Makueni County, Kenya.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,038 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,258 ft (993 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.2781°, 37.8187° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Makueni County |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.8 inches (604 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Makindu
Makindu is a small city in Kenya (Makueni County) with a population of 15,038. The city sits at an elevation of 3,258 feet (993 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Makindu
Makindu has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Mar (26°C), the coldest is Jul (21.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 729 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.3°F |
| 34% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,258 ft (993 m) |
| Area | 1,037.8 sq mi (2,688.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.2781°N, 37.8187°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (45 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 45 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in |
Makindu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in July to 76°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (0.0").
Farmers Markets in Makindu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIBARANI TOWN | |||||
| Kinyambu Market | |||||
| Muatini Market |
Restaurants in Makindu
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Makindu
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Makindu
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Makindu
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Makindu
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amboseli Airport | ASV | Medium Airport |
| Chyulus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finch Hattons Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iltilal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ithumba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamboyo (Tsavo West) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kanzi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kathekani East Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilaguni Airport | ILU | Small Airport |
| Kilalinda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kilalinda North Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kimana Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Makindu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbirikani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain Side Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mtito Andei Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mutomo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngulia Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oloitoktok Airport | - | Small Airport |
| REA Vipingo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sheldrick Trust Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Subati Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tawi Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tortilis Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tsavo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tsavo Safari Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tsavo Trust Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Makindu
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AIC MAKINDU CHURCH | |
| Makindu Catholic | |
| Sikh Temple Makindu |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Makindu
What is the population of Makindu?
Makindu has a population of 15,038 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 1,037.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Makindu?
Makindu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches.