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Marigat, Kenya

Baringo · Kenya

Marigat is a small city in Baringo, Kenya with a population of 9,395. Elevation: 3,363 ft (1,025 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

9,395 Population 11/sq mi density
3,363 ft Elevation 1,025 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Marigat

Marigat is a small town in Baringo County, Kenya.

People

Population9,395
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Population9,395
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Coordinates0.4712°, 35.9864°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceBaringo
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (794 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Marigat

Marigat is a small city in Kenya (Baringo) with a population of 9,395. The city sits at an elevation of 3,363 feet (1,025 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Marigat has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,363 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above Kenya avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,363 ft (1,025 m)
Area835.1 sq mi (2,162.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates0.4712°N, 35.9864°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"
18% below Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.21"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Sep 24, 2001.

Sep 24, 2001 28 km ENE of Eldama Ravine, Kenya M4.7 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ol Kokwe (19 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ol Kokwe Shield 1,130 m (3,707 ft) Unknown 19 km
Korosi Shield 1,446 m (4,744 ft) Unknown 36 km
Paka Shield 1,697 m (5,568 ft) -7550 54 km
Silali Shield 1,528 m (5,013 ft) -5050 80 km
Emuruangogolak Shield 1,285 m (4,216 ft) 1910 121 km
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 127 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 157 km
Namarunu Shield 817 m (2,680 ft) -6550 175 km
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 185 km
Homa Mountain Complex 1,751 m (5,745 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
March 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in Warmest
April 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
June 72°F (22°C) 2.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in
August 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in Coldest, Wettest
September 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
December 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in

Marigat has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 71°F in August to 75°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Marigat

33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Parkaren Primary School - - - -
Hekima Academy - - - -
Marigat Special School for the Visually Impaired - - - -
Marigat Primary Girls Domitory - - - -
Marigat Intergrated Boarding Primary School - - - -
Marigat Vocational Training Centre - - - -
Endao ECDE - - - -
Endao Primary School - - - -
Loberer ECDE - - - -
St. Paul's Catholic Primary - - - -
Kamarura ECDE - - - -
Nehema Institute Of Science And Technology - - - -
Kenya Forestry Research Institute - - - -
Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization - - - -
African Inland Church(A.I.C) secodary school - - - -
Mbaricho primary school - - - -
Kaptombes Primary - - - -
Town Church Fellowship Academy - - - -
St. Paul's Catholic Primary - - - -
Loitip primary school - - - -
Hekima School - - - -
Eldume Boarding and day primary school - - - -
Agape Junior Academy - - - -
Alice Ingham Primary School - - - -
AGAPE Primary School - - - -
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Marigat Integrated Day Secondary School - - - -
Grace Academy - - - -
Grace Academy - - - -
Correta Scott King school - - - -
Classrooms - - - -
Green Bells Junior Academy - - - -
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Radio Stations near Marigat

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Marigat

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kabarnet Museum

Libraries in Marigat

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kenya Agricultural Research Institute library0.0
Polkadot Library Kabarnet0.0

Farmers Markets in Marigat

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kabarnet Public Market
Marigat Market Stalls

Restaurants in Marigat

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KEFRI Restaurant
Klub siberian
Salama lodge

Cafes in Marigat

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Diet Palace Hotel
Harmony Cafe

Clinics in Marigat

7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cheplogoi Siri Medical Clinic
Kapkures Dispensary
Kapkwei Dispensary
KE #6807606134
Marigat Sub County Hospital Ward Block
Medical Clinic
Medical Clinic

Gas Stations in Marigat

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KE #2025998274
KE #2166665358
Marigat Farmers Oil Libya
Marigat Farmers Oil Libya
Marigat Filling Station

Banks in Marigat

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coop Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Marigat

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Airports Near Marigat

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eldoret International AirportEDLLarge Airport
Barina Airport-Small Airport
Carzan Rongai Airport-Small Airport
Eldoret Boma Airport-Small Airport
Engelesha Airport-Small Airport
George Smith Farm Airport-Small Airport
Gogar Airport-Small Airport
Kabarak Airstrip-Small Airport
Kapchomuswo (Kabarnet) Airport-Small Airport
Kapedo Airport-Small Airport
Kerio Valley AirportKRVSmall Airport
Kifuku Estate Airstrip-Small Airport
Kisima Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Laikipia Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Lake Baringo (Kampi Ya Samaki) AirportLBNSmall Airport
Lomolo Airport-Small Airport
Menengai Airport-Small Airport
Milmet Airport-Small Airport
Mugie Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Ngorare Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Nyahururu Airport-Small Airport
Ol Maisor Airport-Small Airport
Olmoran Airfield-Small Airport
Rumuruti Airstrip-Small Airport
Saguta Naibor Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Sergoit Airport-Small Airport
St. Andrews School Airstrip-Small Airport
Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Marigat

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Marigat Post office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Marigat

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
African Inland Church(A.I.C)
Deliverance Church Marigat
Full Gospel Church
Full Gospel Church Kampi Turkana
Full Gospel Churches of Kenya
Lamp Light Church
Marigat Mosque
New apostolic church
Saint Theresa of Child Jesus
The Ministry of Holiness and Repentance Marigat
Town Church Fellowship

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

Volcanoes Near Marigat

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Paka Shield 1,697 m 7550 BC
Korosi Shield 1,446 m -
Ol Kokwe Shield 1,130 m -

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 Marigat

What is the population of Marigat?

Marigat has a population of 9,395 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 835.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Marigat?

Marigat has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.

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