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Molo, Kenya
Nakuru County · Kenya
Molo is a mid-size city in Nakuru County, Kenya with a population of 48,356. Elevation: 8,041 ft (2,451 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Molo
Molo is a town in Nakuru County. It is also one of the 11 constituencies in Nakuru County and is served by a branch of Kenya Railways, formerly the Uganda Railway, East African Railways Corporation until 1977. Molo hosts a town council. The town has a population of 156,732.
People
Climate
| Population | 48,356 |
| Population Density | 1,178 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,041 ft (2,451 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.2485°, 35.7319° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nakuru County |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,119 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Molo
Molo is a mid-size city in Kenya (Nakuru County) with a population of 48,356. The city sits at an elevation of 8,041 feet (2,451 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Molo
Molo has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F). The hottest month is Apr (16.7°C), the coldest is Jul (14.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2054 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,041 ft (2,451 m) |
| Area | 41.1 sq mi (106.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,178/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.2485°N, 35.7319°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Eburru, Ol Doinyo (70 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 70 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 96 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 139 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 165 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 2.5 in |
Molo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 57°F in July to 60°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Molo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya Forestry College | College | - | , |
| Stammsor Institute of Bussiness and Technology | College | - | , |
Schools in Molo
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molo polytechnic | - | - | - | - |
| Senior School | - | - | - | - |
| St Andrews School Turi | - | - | - | - |
| Talent Junior Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| MUGUMO SECONDARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Molo Hill Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moto primary and secondary school | - | - | - | - |
| Mwerister school | - | - | - | - |
| Naomi Preparatory Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Jogoo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rose park academy | - | - | - | - |
| Mutirithia Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sachangwan Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Koige Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tabaini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maigoiya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Koige Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Molo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Molo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chebaraa | |||||
| Generations Stores | |||||
| Kampi ya Moto Shopping Centre | |||||
| kibunja | |||||
| Kihingo Market | |||||
| Mogotio Old Market | |||||
| Nessuit Center | |||||
| Railway Station Market | |||||
| Stoo Mbili | |||||
| Tumaini Shopping Centre |
Restaurants in Molo
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Molo
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Molo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Molo
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Molo
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Molo
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Molo
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Molo
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Molo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Officers Wines & Spirit Distributer |
Stadiums & Teams in Molo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Molo
46 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eldoret International Airport | EDL | Large Airport |
| Nakuru Lanet Airport | NUU | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arroket Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagaik Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chepgoiben Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gogar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Head Office Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jolai Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kabarak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kerio Valley Airport | KRV | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Game Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lomolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbaruk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Menengai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milmet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ndabibi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyahururu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saptai Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sirocco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St. Andrews School Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Molo
33 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| A.C.K St. John church Tayari | |
| A.I.Israel | |
| Africa Inland Church Kenya | |
| Apostolic Faith Church | |
| Baptist Church Molo | |
| Bethany Destiny Fellowship | |
| Charismata Victory Church | |
| Chrisco Christ Co_Worker | |
| Christian Community Church | |
| Christian Revival Worship centre | |
| Deliverance Church | |
| Full Gospel Church | |
| GOOD NEWS MIRACLE CENTRE MOLO | |
| Gospel Praise Centre | |
| JESUS MIRACLE LIFE CHANGING MINISTRIES | |
| Kaproret Church | |
| Macedonia P.A.G. | |
| Molo Baptist Church | |
| Molo Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| NEW APOSTLIC CHURCH |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Molo
What is the population of Molo?
Molo has a population of 48,356 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 1,178 people per square mile, spread across 41.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Molo?
Molo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.