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Njoro, Kenya
Nakuru County · Kenya
Njoro is a mid-size city in Nakuru County, Kenya with a population of 42,173. Elevation: 7,116 ft (2,169 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Njoro
Njoro is an agricultural town 18Â km west south west of Nakuru, Kenya situated on the western rim of the Rift Valley. Njoro town was the headquarters of the former Njoro District, hived off Nakuru District. It was declared as one of the constituencies of Nakuru County in 2010. It has a population of 238,773 people according to the 2019 census report that was published by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).
People
Climate
| Population | 42,173 |
| Population Density | 524 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,116 ft (2,169 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.3302°, 35.9445° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nakuru County |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.0 inches (940 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Njoro
Njoro is a mid-size city in Kenya (Nakuru County) with a population of 42,173. The city sits at an elevation of 7,116 feet (2,169 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Njoro
Njoro has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Mar (16.6°C), the coldest is Jul (14°C). Average annual precipitation is 1763 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,116 ft (2,169 m) |
| Area | 80.5 sq mi (208.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 524/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.3302°N, 35.9445°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Eburru, Ol Doinyo (47 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 75 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 142 km |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in |
Njoro has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 60°F in July to 64°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (1.1").
Schools in Njoro
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prestige Group Of Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Lord Egerton Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Kirobon Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kirobon Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Njoro
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Njoro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyrax Hill Museum | ||||
| Hyrax Hill Museum |
Libraries in Njoro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Njoro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afraha Stadium Annex Market | |||||
| Afraha Stadium Annex Market | |||||
| Bahati Open Air Market | |||||
| Barnabas Highway Market | |||||
| Barnabas Highway Market | |||||
| Bondeni Central Commerce | |||||
| Free Area Fresh Food Market | |||||
| Generations Stores | |||||
| Kampi ya Moto Shopping Centre | |||||
| kibunja | |||||
| Kihingo Market | |||||
| Kipanga Market | |||||
| Kipanga Market | |||||
| Kiundu | |||||
| Kiundu | |||||
| Maasai Market | |||||
| Maasai Market | |||||
| Maili Sita Market Heshima Road | |||||
| Maili Sita Market Heshima Road | |||||
| Maili Sita Shopping Center Kabatini | |||||
| Mwariki Shopping Cener | |||||
| Nasher Market | |||||
| Nasher Market | |||||
| Nessuit Center | |||||
| Pondamali Market | |||||
| Pondamali Market | |||||
| Pwani Shopping Center | |||||
| Railway Station Market | |||||
| Rhonda Modern Market | |||||
| Section 58 Center | |||||
| Section 58 Center | |||||
| Soko Mjinga | |||||
| Soko Mjinga | |||||
| Stoo Mbili | |||||
| Top Market | |||||
| Town Market | |||||
| Tumaini Shopping Centre | |||||
| White House Lane Market | |||||
| Zawadi Food Market | |||||
| Zawadi Food Market |
Restaurants in Njoro
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Njoro
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Njoro
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Njoro
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Njoro
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Njoro
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Njoro
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Njoro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Afraha Stadium |
Airports Near Njoro
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eldoret International Airport | EDL | Large Airport |
| Nakuru Lanet Airport | NUU | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chagaik Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chepgoiben Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Enarau Conservancy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gogar 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 |
| Kabarak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kerio Valley Airport | KRV | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Game Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lomolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbaruk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Menengai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milmet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nampaso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ndabibi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngorare Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyahururu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Maisor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rumuruti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sirocco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St. Andrews School Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Njoro
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Njoro G.P.O |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Njoro
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ngata Gate SDA | |
| njoro A.I.C | |
| Revelation Churches Of The Holy Spirit | |
| St Augustine Parish | |
| St Lwanga Church Njoro |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Njoro
What is the population of Njoro?
Njoro has a population of 42,173 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 524 people per square mile, spread across 80.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Njoro?
Njoro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches.