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Narok, Kenya
Narok County · Kenya
Narok is a mid-size city in Narok County, Kenya with a population of 65,430. Elevation: 6,171 ft (1,881 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Narok
Narok is a town west of Nairobi that supports Kenya's economy in south-west of the country, along the Great Rift Valley. Narok is the county capital of the Narok County and stands as the major centre of commerce in the county. Narok has a population of around 117, 607 people according to 2019 Census, mostly Maasai. As at 2025, this town has been undergoing quite a significant growth and development and increase in population as well. The elevation of Narok is 1827 metres in altitude.
People
Climate
| Population | 65,430 |
| Population Density | 372 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,171 ft (1,881 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.0808°, 35.8711° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Narok County |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.6 inches (777 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Narok
Narok is a mid-size city in Kenya (Narok County) with a population of 65,430. The city sits at an elevation of 6,171 feet (1,881 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Narok
Narok has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Mar (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (15.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1251 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,171 ft (1,881 m) |
| Area | 176.1 sq mi (456.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 372/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.0808°N, 35.8711°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olkaria (51 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 51 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 55 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 62 km |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 187 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) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in |
Narok has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 59°F in July to 65°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Narok
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maasai Mara Technical College | College | - | , |
| Rocky Driving School | College | - | , |
| Talek youth friendly centre | College | - | , |
Schools in Narok
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maasai Girls Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Narok High School | - | - | - | - |
| Masikonde Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Olesankare Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Narok Polytechnic | - | - | - | - |
| Ongata Schools Primary & Preparatory | - | - | - | - |
| Mara sidai community | - | - | - | - |
| Mara Christian academy | - | - | - | - |
| Ole Tipis girls school | - | - | - | - |
| Ole Tipis Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Narok
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Narok
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narok Museum |
Farmers Markets in Narok
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eor Ekule Center | |||||
| Muthurua Market | |||||
| Ntulele Open Air Market | |||||
| Ololulung'a Market |
Restaurants in Narok
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Narok
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Narok
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Narok
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Narok
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Narok
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Narok
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagaik Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chepgoiben Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cottars Mara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Enarau Conservancy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Entasopia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fig Tree Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Head Office Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jolai Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kedong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Keekorok Airport | KEU | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Klein's Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Game Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kuluo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Langata Enerit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mara North Conservancy Airstrip | HKR | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbaruk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nampaso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Narok Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ndabibi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngerende Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Seki Naboisho Airstrip | OSJ | Small Airport |
| Olare Orok Airfield | OLG | Small Airport |
| Olderkesi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oseur Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Siana Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sirocco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Weavers Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Narok
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| POSTA |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Narok
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church | |
| Narok Central Mosque | |
| Siyabe AIC |
Quick Facts
Around Narok
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Narok
What is the population of Narok?
Narok has a population of 65,430 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 372 people per square mile, spread across 176.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Narok?
Narok enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches.