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Nandi Hills, Kenya

Nandi · Kenya

Nandi Hills is a small city in Nandi, Kenya with a population of 8,032. Elevation: 6,654 ft (2,028 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

8,032 Population 259/sq mi density
6,654 ft Elevation 2,028 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
57.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Nairobi Timezone

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About Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills is an ancient hill fortress built by the Ganga dynasty in the Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka state. It is now a locality situated 10 km from Chickballapur town and approximately 60 km from Bengaluru. The hills are near the town of Nandi. In traditional belief, the hills are the origin of the Arkavathy river, Ponnaiyar River, Palar River, Papagni River and Penna River. Watching the sunrise at Nandi Hills is popular with tourists. The second SAARC summit was held at Nandi Hills in 1986.

People

Population8,032
Density259/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Population8,032
Population Density259 / sq mi
Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Coordinates0.1037°, 35.1843°
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Country🇰🇪 Kenya
State / ProvinceNandi
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation57.8 inches (1,467 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills is a small city in Kenya (Nandi) with a population of 8,032. The city sits at an elevation of 6,654 feet (2,028 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.

Nandi Hills enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,654 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above Kenya avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Area31.0 sq mi (80.3 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates0.1037°N, 35.1843°W
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.8"
52% above Kenya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 7.99"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 13, 2010.

Jun 13, 2010 32 km WSW of Kisumu, Kenya M5.0 84 km
Sep 24, 2001 28 km ENE of Eldama Ravine, Kenya M4.7 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (93 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Homa Mountain Complex 1,751 m (5,745 ft) Unknown 93 km
Ol Kokwe Shield 1,130 m (3,707 ft) Unknown 115 km
Korosi Shield 1,446 m (4,744 ft) Unknown 128 km
Eburru, Ol Doinyo Complex 2,856 m (9,370 ft) Unknown 142 km
Paka Shield 1,697 m (5,568 ft) -7550 143 km
Silali Shield 1,528 m (5,013 ft) -5050 165 km
Olkaria Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,434 m (7,986 ft) 1770 167 km
Suswa Shield 2,356 m (7,730 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
March 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in Warmest
April 66°F (19°C) 8.0 in Wettest
May 64°F (18°C) 7.0 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 5.9 in Coldest
August 62°F (17°C) 7.0 in
September 63°F (17°C) 4.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in

Nandi Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 62°F in July to 66°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 57.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.0") and January the driest (2.2").

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Farmers Markets in Nandi Hills

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bayete
Bayete
Kisia Junction/Mukhuru Market
Lessos Market
Namgoi
Soko Moko Ivihiga
Vikutsa Market

Golf Courses in Nandi Hills

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nandi Bears Golf Club

Airports Near Nandi Hills

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eldoret International AirportEDLLarge Airport
Kisumu International AirportKISLarge Airport
Arroket AirportSmall Airport
Bungoma AirportSmall Airport
Carzan Rongai AirportSmall Airport
Chagaik AirstripSmall Airport
Changoi Tea Estate AirportSmall Airport
Chepgoiben AirstripSmall Airport
Eldoret Boma AirportSmall Airport
George Smith Farm AirportSmall Airport
Gogar AirportSmall Airport
Homa Bay AirportSmall Airport
Kakamega AirportGGMSmall Airport
Kapchomuswo (Kabarnet) AirportSmall Airport
Kapsumbeiwa AirstripSmall Airport
Kericho AirportKEYSmall Airport
Kerio Valley AirportKRVSmall Airport
Marinyn AirportSmall Airport
Mumias AirportSmall Airport
Njoro AirportSmall Airport
Saptai Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Sergoit AirportSmall Airport
St. Andrews School AirstripSmall Airport
Tinderet Teas Estate AirstripSmall Airport
Webuye AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Nairobi

🇰🇪 About Kenya

Capital Nairobi
Population 51,393,010
Area 582,650 km²
GDP (USD) $107,500,884,685
GDP per capita $1,943
HDI 0.601
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 35.0%
Urban population 31.6%
Currency KES (Shilling)
Languages English, Swahili
Calling code +254
TLD .ke
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Kenya

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Jun 1 Madaraka Day Madaraka Day
Oct 10 Mazingira Day Mazingira Day
Oct 20 Mashujaa Day Mashujaa Day
Dec 12 Jamhuri Day Jamhuri Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nandi Hills

What is the population of Nandi Hills?

Nandi Hills has a population of 8,032 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 259 people per square mile, spread across 31.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nandi Hills?

Nandi Hills enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.8 inches.

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