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Nunguni, Kenya
Makueni County · Kenya
Nunguni is a small town in Makueni County, Kenya with a population of 2,266. Elevation: 6,529 ft (1,990 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nunguni
The Eastern Province of Kenya was one of 8 Provinces of Kenya. Its northern boundary ran along with that of Ethiopia; the North Eastern Province and Coast Province lay to the east and south; and the remainder of Kenya's provinces, including Central Province, ran along its western border. The provincial capital was Embu.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,266 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,529 ft (1,990 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.7932°, 37.3628° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Makueni County |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.8 inches (679 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nunguni
Nunguni is a small town in Kenya (Makueni County) with a population of 2,266. The city sits at an elevation of 6,529 feet (1,990 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,529 ft (1,990 m) |
| Area | 106.9 sq mi (276.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.7932°N, 37.3628°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (114 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 114 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 155 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 176 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in |
Nunguni has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 57°F in July to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Nunguni
62+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katulye Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilungu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matua Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kalongo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyaani Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nzukini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kyenzeni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Musalala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Inyokoni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thomeandu Boys Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kikoko Girls Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kyakathungu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Isovya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kambuku Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mumbuni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kyakituku Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muthethe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwaluli Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kithembe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kisyulya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mutungu Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kauti Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nunguni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kivaku Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ikalyoni Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Nthunguni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nduu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Engavu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nzouini Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kavani Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Ngiini Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Katulye Sa Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ikalyoni Adult Class | - | - | - | - |
| Mt Carmel Girls | - | - | - | - |
| Kilome Sa Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Kitandi Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Nguluni Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Kasunguini Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Nunguni Adult Class | - | - | - | - |
| Ikalyoni Adult Class | - | - | - | - |
| Mulumini Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aic Kavatanzou Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| St. Patrick'S Kyamatheka Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Inyokoni Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thomeandu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Precious Blood Secondary School Kilungu | - | - | - | - |
| Isovya Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nunguni Adult Class | - | - | - | - |
| Kilungu High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Lucia Girls High School Kauti | - | - | - | - |
| Ikalyoni Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aic Nunguni Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aic Nyayo Girls Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Isovya Youth Polytechnic | - | - | - | - |
| Aic Nunguni Youth Polytechnic Kisekini | - | - | - | - |
| Kauti Youth Polytechnic | - | - | - | - |
| Mulumini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kitundumo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kathuluni Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Kavatanzou Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Katitu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kyamatheka Primary | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nunguni
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Nunguni
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mutyambua Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nunguni
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kakuswi Market | |||||
| Kalamani Market | |||||
| Kalamani Market | |||||
| Kalingile Market | |||||
| Kalongo Market | |||||
| Katundu Market | |||||
| Kautandini Market | |||||
| Kavantzou Market | |||||
| Kavilani Market | |||||
| Kiatuni Market | |||||
| Kikima Market | |||||
| kimutwa market | |||||
| kimutwa sokoni | |||||
| Kithuluni Market | |||||
| Kivandini Market | |||||
| Kusyongali Shopping Center | |||||
| Kwamizyoka Market | |||||
| Kyunyu Market | |||||
| Kyusani Market | |||||
| malivani market | |||||
| Mavindu Market | |||||
| Mlolongo Market | |||||
| Mlolongo Market | |||||
| Mtini Kwa Malu Market | |||||
| Mulooni Market | |||||
| Munyetani Shopping Center | |||||
| Ngaa Shopping Centre | |||||
| Nzaini Market | |||||
| Nziu Market | |||||
| open air | |||||
| Soko Mjinga | |||||
| Soko Mjinga Market | |||||
| Tawa Market | |||||
| Ukia Market | |||||
| Winzeni Market | |||||
| Yale Market |
Gas Stations in Nunguni
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nunguni
15 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 |
| Athi River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chyulus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilbisil Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kajiado Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kitui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makindu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malinda Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Orly Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| REA Vipingo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nunguni
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Yoani Post Office |
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What is the population of Nunguni?
Nunguni has a population of 2,266 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 106.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nunguni?
Nunguni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches.