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Nyamira, Kenya
Nyamira county · Kenya
Nyamira is a small city in Nyamira county, Kenya with a population of 24,483. Elevation: 6,562 ft (2,000 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Nyamira
Nyamira is a town in Kenya. It is the largest town and headquarters of its Nyamira County. It had a population of around 605,576 according to the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census
The main government hospital is Nyamira District Hospital.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,483 |
| Population Density | 4,551 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,562 ft (2,000 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.5633°, 34.9358° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nyamira county |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.6 inches (1,058 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nyamira
Nyamira is a small city in Kenya (Nyamira county) with a population of 24,483. The city sits at an elevation of 6,562 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Nyamira
Nyamira has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F). The hottest month is Mar (21.4°C), the coldest is Jul (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2612 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,562 ft (2,000 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,551/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.5633°N, 34.9358°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (53 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 53 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 156 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 4.6 in |
Nyamira has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in August to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 70.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (3.4").
Colleges & Universities in Nyamira
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ekerubo Gietai Technical Training Institute | College | — | — |
| Mawego Technical Training Institute | College | — | — |
| Nyakach Technical & Vocational College | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Nyamira
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sironga girls | — | — | — | — |
| Nyamira Lightgate Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Nyamira Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nyamira Lightgate Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Bugo D.O.K. Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Nyamira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services-Kisii | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nyamira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birongo market | |||||
| Bodi market | |||||
| Bongu Kachieng | |||||
| Bonyunyu Market | |||||
| Chabera | |||||
| Daraja Mbili Market | |||||
| Harambee Market | |||||
| Itibo Market | |||||
| Keroka Market | |||||
| Kisii County Market | |||||
| Kisii Town Market | |||||
| Kitaru Centre | |||||
| Magombo Market | |||||
| Manga Farmers Market | |||||
| Mokomoni Market | |||||
| Mokomoni Tea Buying Centre | |||||
| Mosocho Market | |||||
| Nyakoe Market | |||||
| Nyamarimba Market | |||||
| Nyamataro | |||||
| Nyansiongo | |||||
| Nyansiongo | |||||
| Oboch Market | |||||
| Okanowach Market | |||||
| Oyugis Market | |||||
| Oyugis Market | |||||
| Sikri | |||||
| Sino Kagola | |||||
| Sino Kagola | |||||
| Sondu Agricultural Market | |||||
| Tombe Market | |||||
| Youth Market |
Restaurants in Nyamira
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nyamira
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nyamira
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nyamira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nyamira
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | Large Airport |
| Angama Mara Airport | ANA | Small Airport |
| Arroket Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bomet Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chagaik Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Changoi Tea Estate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chepgoiben Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Enarau Conservancy Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Homa Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intona Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kapsumbeiwa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kericho Airport | KEY | Small Airport |
| Kichwa Tembo Airport | KTJ | Small Airport |
| Kilgoris Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisii Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kuluo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mara North Conservancy Airstrip | HKR | Small Airport |
| Mara Shikar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marinyn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Migori Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Musiara Airstrip | MDR | Small Airport |
| Nampaso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ngerende Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saptai Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tarime Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nyamira
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Joseph's Catholic Church |
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What is the population of Nyamira?
Nyamira has a population of 24,483 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 4,551 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nyamira?
Nyamira enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches.