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Nanyuki, Kenya
Laikipia · Kenya
Nanyuki is a mid-size city in Laikipia, Kenya with a population of 72,813. Elevation: 6,401 ft (1,951 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nanyuki
Nanyuki is a market town in Laikipia County, Kenya, located northwest of Mount Kenya along the A2 road and at the terminus of the branch railway from Nairobi. The name is derived from the Maasai word "Enyaanyukie," which means "resemblance."
People
Climate
| Population | 72,813 |
| Population Density | 210 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,401 ft (1,951 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.0062°, 37.0740° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Laikipia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.3 inches (794 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nanyuki
Nanyuki is a mid-size city in Kenya (Laikipia) with a population of 72,813. The city sits at an elevation of 6,401 feet (1,951 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Nanyuki
Nanyuki has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Mar (18.9°C), the coldest is Jul (16.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1590 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,401 ft (1,951 m) |
| Area | 347.5 sq mi (899.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 210/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.0062°N, 37.0740°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 133 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 142 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 158 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in |
Nanyuki has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 60°F in July to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Nanyuki
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gakawa Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Moi Equator Girls Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Nanyuki Boys High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Jude Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkando Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkando Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Christopher Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nanyuki Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laikipia Air Base Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bingwa | - | - | - | - |
| St. Moses Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tomwarth Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bingwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nanyuki High School | - | - | - | - |
| Mt.Kenya Baptist School | - | - | - | - |
| Braeburn Nanyuki International School | - | - | - | - |
| MOI Equator Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mt. Kenya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mary Immaculate primary school | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nanyuki
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Nanyuki
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services-Munyu | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Services-Timau | 0.0 | |||||
| Nanyuki Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nanyuki
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bus Station Market | |||||
| Clothes Market | |||||
| Ihithe Shopping Center | |||||
| Kigogoini shopping center | |||||
| Kwa-J | |||||
| Matanya Shopping Center | |||||
| Nanyuki open air market | |||||
| Ndungamano Shoping Center | |||||
| Rahisi Shop | |||||
| Thingithu | |||||
| Thome Shopping Center |
Restaurants in Nanyuki
17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nanyuki
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Nanyuki
3 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nanyuki
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nanyuki
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nanyuki
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nanyuki
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nanyuki
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nanyuki
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Nanyuki
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Nanyuki
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Kenya Brewery |
Airports Near Nanyuki
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Borana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dol Dol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embori Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Enasoit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gaitu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Il Ngwesi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isiolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kalama Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamogi Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laikipia Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laragai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Larsens Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lentille Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lewa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loisaba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik 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 |
| Mpala Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mpala Research Center Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mugie Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mukenye Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ndonyo Lengala Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngare Ndare Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngorare Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyahururu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Ol Maisor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Malo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oldonyo Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nanyuki
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posta Nanyuki |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nanyuki
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| A.C.K Church Nanyuki | |
| Christ the King Catholic Church, | |
| Full faith church | |
| Full Gospel Church Kwa Mwea | |
| Muslim Madrassa | |
| Nturukuma Independent Church | |
| P C E A Mlima Kenya Church | |
| St. Teresa Equator Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
Around Nanyuki
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Nanyuki
4 places within 15 km
- • Mao Mao caves
- • Black Rhino Enclosure Viewpoint
- • Sundowner Spot
- • Animal Orphanage
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nanyuki?
Nanyuki has a population of 72,813 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 210 people per square mile, spread across 347.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nanyuki?
Nanyuki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.