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Maragua, Kenya
Murang'A · Kenya
Maragua is a small city in Murang'A, Kenya with a population of 8,597. Elevation: 4,469 ft (1,362 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maragua
Maragua is a town in the Muranga County, Kenya. It was previously the capital of the former Maragua District. The town is located along Thika–Sagana road just 10 km south of Murang'a. In 1999, Maragua town had an urban population of 4,286 and a total population of 27,384.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,597 |
| Population Density | 350 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,469 ft (1,362 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7960°, 37.1329° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Murang'A |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.3 inches (744 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maragua
Maragua is a small city in Kenya (Murang'A) with a population of 8,597. The city sits at an elevation of 4,469 feet (1,362 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 340 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,469 ft (1,362 m) |
| Area | 24.6 sq mi (63.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 350/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7960°N, 37.1329°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olkaria (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 94 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 8.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in |
Maragua has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 63°F in July to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (12.6") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Maragua
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer School Maragua | - | - | - | - |
| The Trinity Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Paul Boys' High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maragua
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 |
Farmers Markets in Maragua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Gakungu Shopping Centre | |||||
| Gatundu Market | |||||
| Gatunyu | |||||
| Grain Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Kagundu-ini Market | |||||
| Kambiti Market | |||||
| Kiangwaci Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kibingoti Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kwa Matunda | |||||
| Mango Sellers | |||||
| Mango Vendors | |||||
| Mango vendors | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| SAGANA OPEN MARKET | |||||
| U-Shop Shopping Centre & Matatu Stage | |||||
| Wakaria Market |
Train Stations in Maragua
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maragua
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maragua
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Maragua
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Maragua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maragua
30 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 |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Athi River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamburu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kedong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kiambere Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malinda Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mitunguu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Kenya Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wanguru (Thiba) Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maragua
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ACK Christ The King Gakoigo Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
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What is the population of Maragua?
Maragua has a population of 8,597 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 350 people per square mile, spread across 24.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maragua?
Maragua enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.