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Mukurwe-ini, Kenya
Nyeri County · Kenya
Mukurwe-ini is a small city in Nyeri County, Kenya with a population of 6,508. Elevation: 5,771 ft (1,759 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mukurwe-ini
Mûkûrwe'inî was a former district in Nyeri County, Kenya.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,508 |
| Population Density | 77 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,771 ft (1,759 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.5609°, 37.0476° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nyeri County |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,134 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mukurwe-ini
Mukurwe-ini is a small city in Kenya (Nyeri County) with a population of 6,508. The city sits at an elevation of 5,771 feet (1,759 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,771 ft (1,759 m) |
| Area | 84.9 sq mi (219.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 77/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.5609°N, 37.0476°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olkaria (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 92 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 12.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 9.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in |
Mukurwe-ini has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 61°F in July to 68°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (12.9") and July the driest (1.4").
Schools in Mukurwe-ini
41 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaikundo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaharo Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Kihuti Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| South Tetu Girls' Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Mihuti High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiangoma Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kimondo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gikondi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karindi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndiani Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tambaya Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Giathugu Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Gathungururu Girls' Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Njiru-Ini Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wamutitu Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| St. Thomas Gatura Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Rev. Muhoro School For Deaf | - | - | - | - |
| Kaheti High School | - | - | - | - |
| PCEA Muhito Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Ngoru Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gathukimundu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aguthi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gathinga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| thageini pri | - | - | - | - |
| Kangubiri Girls High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiaigi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyaithee Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| FT Nyammo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiaraho Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gathungo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| GITITU PRIMARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| adventist academy | - | - | - | - |
| gititu mixed sec | - | - | - | - |
| ithekahuno sec | - | - | - | - |
| sunrise academy | - | - | - | - |
| kiaigi primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kibutio Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thangathi Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Kaigode Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mweru Secondary | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Mukurwe-ini
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyeri Museum |
Libraries in Mukurwe-ini
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Archives Nyeri Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service - Karatina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| new library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mukurwe-ini
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Bus Station Shops | |||||
| Chaka Market | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Gaithuri Tea Buying Centre | |||||
| Gititu | |||||
| Grain Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| ithekahuno market | |||||
| Kagumo Market | |||||
| Karatina Clothes Market | |||||
| Karatina Market | |||||
| Karatina Open Air Market | |||||
| kiaigi | |||||
| Kiangwaci Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kibingoti Shopping Centre | |||||
| King'ong'o Market | |||||
| Kinunga Shopping Center | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| muthinga market | |||||
| Muthinga Market | |||||
| Nyeri Market Extension Stalls | |||||
| Open Air Market | |||||
| SAGANA OPEN MARKET | |||||
| tambaya |
Stadiums & Teams in Mukurwe-ini
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mukurwe-ini
45 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Moi Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embori Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gaitu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamburu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kedong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mawingo 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 |
| Nyahururu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Oldonyo Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Segera Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wanguru (Thiba) Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mukurwe-ini
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| adventist | |
| adventist church | |
| AIPC | |
| AIPC | |
| anglican | |
| catholic | |
| independent | |
| PCEA | |
| ST JUDE |
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What is the population of Mukurwe-ini?
Mukurwe-ini has a population of 6,508 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 77 people per square mile, spread across 84.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mukurwe-ini?
Mukurwe-ini enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.