All Countries
Mosocho, Kenya
Kisii County · Kenya
Mosocho is a small town in Kisii County, Kenya with a population of 3,824. Elevation: 4,970 ft (1,515 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Mosocho, Kenya
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Mosocho
Nyabera is a settlement in Kenya's Nyanza Province and has an elevation of 1,218 meters. The name Nyabera originated from Africa and is commonly used among the Luo community in Kenya.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,824 |
| Population Density | 170 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,970 ft (1,515 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.5886°, 34.7338° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kisii County |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,136 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mosocho
Mosocho is a small town in Kenya (Kisii County) with a population of 3,824. The city sits at an elevation of 4,970 feet (1,515 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,970 ft (1,515 m) |
| Area | 22.5 sq mi (58.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.5886°N, 34.7338°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 177 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 3.9 in |
Mosocho has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 67°F in August to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (2.6").
Schools in Mosocho
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Otunga High School- Mosocho | - | - | - | - |
| Nyamondo DOK Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Mosocho
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services-Kisii | 0.0 | |||||
| Kochia Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mosocho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhoge Market | |||||
| Birongo market | |||||
| Bodi market | |||||
| Bongu Kachieng | |||||
| Daraja Mbili Market | |||||
| Dede Market Centre | |||||
| Itibo Market | |||||
| Kendu Bay Showground | |||||
| Keroka Market | |||||
| Kisii County Market | |||||
| Kisii Town Market | |||||
| Magombo Market | |||||
| Magungu Market | |||||
| Makaka Market | |||||
| Manga Farmers Market | |||||
| Mosocho Market | |||||
| New Dede Market Place | |||||
| Nyakoe Market | |||||
| Nyakuru Market place | |||||
| Nyalkinyi Market Centre | |||||
| Nyamarimba Market | |||||
| Nyamataro | |||||
| Nyangweso market | |||||
| Oboch Market | |||||
| Obwanda Shopping Center | |||||
| Ojinyo Market | |||||
| Okanowach Market | |||||
| Ombek Market | |||||
| Omoya Market | |||||
| Oriang Market | |||||
| Oyugis Market | |||||
| Oyugis Market | |||||
| Oyuma Market | |||||
| Ragwe Market | |||||
| Rangwe | |||||
| Riosir Open Air Market | |||||
| Rodi Market | |||||
| Rongo Market | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Shop | |||||
| Sikri | |||||
| Sino Kagola | |||||
| Sino Kagola | |||||
| Tombe Market | |||||
| Twis | |||||
| Youth Market |
Restaurants in Mosocho
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mosocho
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mosocho
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mosocho
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | Large Airport |
| Angama Mara Airport | ANA | Small Airport |
| Arroket Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagaik Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chepgoiben Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Enarau Conservancy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Homa Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Intona Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kichwa Tembo Airport | KTJ | Small Airport |
| Kilgoris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisii Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuluo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mara North Conservancy Airstrip | HKR | Small Airport |
| Mara Shikar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mfangano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Migori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Musiara Airstrip | MDR | Small Airport |
| Nampaso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngerende Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olare Orok Airfield | OLG | Small Airport |
| Rusinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saptai Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tarime Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mosocho
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nyamondo Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
🇰🇪 About Kenya
Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Mosocho.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mosocho
What is the population of Mosocho?
Mosocho has a population of 3,824 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 170 people per square mile, spread across 22.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mosocho?
Mosocho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.