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Muhoroni, Kenya
Kisumu County · Kenya
Muhoroni is a small city in Kisumu County, Kenya with a population of 15,217. Elevation: 4,232 ft (1,290 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Muhoroni
Muhoroni is a town in Kisumu County, Kenya. Muhoroni hosts a town council. It had an urban population of 13,664 and a total population of 31,148. Muhoroni has a railway station along the Nairobi-Kisumu Railway. The town is located 50 kilometres east of Kisumu. Chemelil, a smaller town, is located 10 kilometres west of Muhoroni. The cost of living in Muhoroni is so high, coupled with a scarcity of housing facilities.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,217 |
| Population Density | 168 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,232 ft (1,290 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.1582°, 35.1965° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kisumu County |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.5 inches (1,436 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Muhoroni
Muhoroni is a small city in Kenya (Kisumu County) with a population of 15,217. The city sits at an elevation of 4,232 feet (1,290 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Muhoroni
Muhoroni has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (21.8°C), the coldest is Jul (19.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2800 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.7°F |
| 27% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,232 ft (1,290 m) |
| Area | 90.6 sq mi (234.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 168/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.1582°N, 35.1965°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 147 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 162 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 3.2 in |
Muhoroni has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 67°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (2.6").
Schools in Muhoroni
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| God Nyithindo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chemelil Sugar Academy | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Muhoroni
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katito Market | |||||
| Kericho Market | |||||
| Kipsitet Near Galaxy | |||||
| Sondu Agricultural Market |
Restaurants in Muhoroni
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Muhoroni
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Muhoroni
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Muhoroni
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eldoret International Airport | EDL | Large Airport |
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | Large Airport |
| Arroket Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bungoma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagaik Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chepgoiben Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eldoret Boma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gogar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Homa Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kakamega Airport | GGM | Small Airport |
| Kapchomuswo (Kabarnet) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kerio Valley Airport | KRV | Small Airport |
| Kisii Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mumias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saptai Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St. Andrews School Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Muhoroni?
Muhoroni has a population of 15,217 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 168 people per square mile, spread across 90.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Muhoroni?
Muhoroni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.