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Murang’a, Kenya
Murang'A · Kenya
Murang’a is a mid-size city in Murang'A, Kenya with a population of 43,314. Elevation: 4,324 ft (1,318 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Murang’a
Mjini is a settlement in Kenya's Murang'a country, in the Central Province. Mjini is among the oldest settlements in Central Kenya. It was established in the late 1880s by Arab Swahili traders who came into Gikuyuland searching for ivory. The earliest existing Muslim mosque in Central Kenya was established in 1894 by two brothers, Sheikh Abeid Mubarak Dorman and Mohamed Mubarak Dorman.
People
Climate
| Population | 43,314 |
| Population Density | 3,360 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,324 ft (1,318 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.7210°, 37.1526° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Murang'A |
| 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 Murang’a
Murang’a is a mid-size city in Kenya (Murang'A) with a population of 43,314. The city sits at an elevation of 4,324 feet (1,318 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.
Climate in Murang’a
Murang’a has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F). The hottest month is Mar (17.6°C), the coldest is Jul (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1610 mm.
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 | 4,324 ft (1,318 m) |
| Area | 12.9 sq mi (33.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,360/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.7210°N, 37.1526°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olkaria (98 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 98 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 8.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in |
Murang’a has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 61°F in July to 70°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (12.6") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Murang’a
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murang'a High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Murang’a
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juja FM | — | MP3 |
Libraries in Murang’a
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Service - Karatina Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Murang’a
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Bus Station Shops | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Gakungu Shopping Centre | |||||
| Gatunyu | |||||
| Gititu | |||||
| Grain Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| ithekahuno market | |||||
| Kagumo Market | |||||
| Kagundu-ini Market | |||||
| Kambiti Market | |||||
| Karatina Clothes Market | |||||
| Karatina Market | |||||
| Karatina Open Air Market | |||||
| kiaigi | |||||
| Kiangwaci Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kibingoti Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kwa Matunda | |||||
| Mango Sellers | |||||
| Mango vendors | |||||
| Mango Vendors | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| muthinga market | |||||
| SAGANA OPEN MARKET | |||||
| tambaya | |||||
| Wakaria Market |
Restaurants in Murang’a
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Murang’a
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Murang’a
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Murang’a
7 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Murang’a
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Murang’a
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Murang’a
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Murang’a
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Murang’a
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Murang’a
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | NBO | Large Airport |
| Moi Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Nairobi Wilson Airport | WIL | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gaitu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamburu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kedong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kiambere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lubarra 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 |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wanguru (Thiba) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Murang’a
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posta Muranga |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Murang’a
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ACK ST PETERS CHURCH MUKURIA HUNGU |
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Murang’a?
Murang’a has a population of 43,314 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 3,360 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Murang’a?
Murang’a 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.