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Makutano, Kenya

Machakos County · Kenya

Makutano is a small city in Machakos County, Kenya with a population of 12,396. Elevation: 4,304 ft (1,312 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

12,396 Population 143/sq mi density
4,304 ft Elevation 1,312 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Makutano

Makutano

The Eastern Province of Kenya was one of 8 Provinces of Kenya. Its northern boundary ran along with that of Ethiopia; the North Eastern Province and Coast Province lay to the east and south; and the remainder of Kenya's provinces, including Central Province, ran along its western border. The provincial capital was Embu.

People

Population12,396
Density143/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation4,304 ft (1,312 m)
Population12,396
Population Density143 / sq mi
Elevation4,304 ft (1,312 m)
Coordinates-1.4119°, 37.4709°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceMachakos County
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (803 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Makutano

Makutano is a small city in Kenya (Machakos County) with a population of 12,396. The city sits at an elevation of 4,304 feet (1,312 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Climate in Makutano

Makutano has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.4°C), the coldest is Jul (19.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 675 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.5°C / 71°F 14° / 31.2° 42.4
Feb 22.9°C / 73°F 14.4° / 33.4° 25.2
Mar 23.4°C / 74°F 15.5° / 33.4° 47.4
Apr 22.1°C / 72°F 15° / 31.6° 130.6
May 20.8°C / 69°F 13.6° / 30.2° 51.2
Jun 19.8°C / 68°F 12.1° / 29.6° 26.7
Jul 19.5°C / 67°F 11.1° / 29.5° 20.5
Aug 20.2°C / 68°F 12.5° / 31.3° 17.0
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 13.2° / 31.8° 21.9
Oct 22.1°C / 72°F 13.7° / 32.3° 70.7
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 15.4° / 30.6° 139.0
Dec 21.1°C / 70°F 14.1° / 29.6° 82.0
Makutano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,304 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Kenya avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,304 ft (1,312 m)
Area86.6 sq mi (224.3 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates-1.4119°N, 37.4709°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.48"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 16, 2024.

Jul 16, 2024 7 km NW of Magadi, Kenya M4.6 147 km
Apr 17, 2012 38 km SSW of Makueni Boma, Kenya M4.5 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Suswa (127 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 127 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 143 km
Chyulu Hills Volcanic field 2,188 m (7,178 ft) 1855 148 km
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 163 km
Nyambeni Hills Shield 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in
February 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
April 71°F (22°C) 6.1 in
May 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 65°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
October 71°F (21°C) 2.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 7.5 in Wettest
December 69°F (21°C) 3.6 in

Makutano has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 65°F in August to 72°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Makutano

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kin'Gatuani Adult Education Centre
Kisola Adult Education
Mango Secondary School
Kisola Adult Education
Mbaani Secondary School
Masii Girls Secondary School
Makutano Secondary School
Yikiatine Primary
Kin'Gatuani Primary
Uvaini Primary
Embui Primary School
Makutano Deb Primary School
Kisola Primary School
Mbaani Primary School
Kaliambeu Primary
Kyaani Primary School
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Radio Stations near Makutano

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Juja FM MP3

Farmers Markets in Makutano

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Iiani Market
Itithini Market
Kakuswi Market
Kalamani Market
Kalamani Market
Kalingile Market
Kanaani Market
Kangemi Market
Katanga shoping centre (Muisuni Market)
Kathiani Market
Kathiani Town
Kavilani Market
Kiatuni Market
kimutwa market
kimutwa sokoni
kithimani market
Kithuluni Market
KIVANDINI
Kivandini Market
Kthiani Market
Kusyongali Shopping Center
KWA-LUMBU
Kwamizyoka Market
Kyunyu Market
Machakos Open Air Market
Makutano Market
MAKUTI
Mavindu Market
Mbaani Market
MBIUNI MARKET
Mina Nthoni Market
Mulooni Market
Munyetani Shopping Center
Muthetheni Market
Mutituno market
Ngaa Shopping Centre
Nguluni
Nguluni Shopping Center
Nzaini Market
open air
Soko Mjinga
Soko Mjinga Market
Sokoni Vegetable vendors
Syokauwe Market
Tawa Market
Wandue Market
Winzeni Market
Yathui Market

Stadiums & Teams in Makutano

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Airports Near Makutano

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jomo Kenyatta International AirportNBOLarge Airport
Moi Air BaseMedium Airport
Nairobi Wilson AirportWILMedium Airport
Athi River AirportSmall Airport
Bobs Harries AirportSmall Airport
Ilbisil AirstripSmall Airport
Kajiado AirportSmall Airport
Kamburu AirportSmall Airport
Kitui AirportSmall Airport
Lubarra AirportSmall Airport
Malinda Estate AirstripSmall Airport
Mutomo AirportSmall Airport
Orly AirparkSmall Airport
Talu AirportSmall Airport
Wanguru (Thiba) AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Nairobi

🇰🇪 About Kenya

Capital Nairobi
Population 51,393,010
Area 582,650 km²
GDP (USD) $107,500,884,685
GDP per capita $1,943
HDI 0.601
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 35.0%
Urban population 31.6%
Currency KES (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +254
TLD .ke
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Kenya

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Jun 1 Madaraka Day Madaraka Day
Oct 10 Mazingira Day Mazingira Day
Oct 20 Mashujaa Day Mashujaa Day
Dec 12 Jamhuri Day Jamhuri Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Makutano

What is the population of Makutano?

Makutano has a population of 12,396 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 143 people per square mile, spread across 86.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Makutano?

Makutano 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 67°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

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