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Ol Kalau South Settlement, Kenya
Nyandarua County · Kenya
Ol Kalau South Settlement is a small city in Nyandarua County, Kenya with a population of 13,234. Elevation: 8,415 ft (2,565 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ol Kalau South Settlement
The Central Province was a region in central Kenya until 2013, when Kenya's provinces were replaced by a system of counties. It covered an area of 11,449 km2 (4,420 sq mi) and was located to the north of Nairobi and west of Mount Kenya. The province had 4,383,743 inhabitants according to the 2009 census. The provincial headquarters was Nyeri.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,234 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,415 ft (2,565 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.2744°, 36.3400° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nyandarua County |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.3 inches (1,049 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ol Kalau South Settlement
Ol Kalau South Settlement is a small city in Kenya (Nyandarua County) with a population of 13,234. The city sits at an elevation of 8,415 feet (2,565 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Ol Kalau South Settlement
Ol Kalau South Settlement 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 | 59.3°F |
| 10% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,415 ft (2,565 m) |
| Area | 280.0 sq mi (725.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.2744°N, 36.3400°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Eburru, Ol Doinyo (44 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 44 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 70 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 134 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 159 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in |
Ol Kalau South Settlement has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 56°F in August to 60°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (1.1").
Schools in Ol Kalau South Settlement
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanouri Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Gatarwa Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Mukenya Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mukenya Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ol Kalau South Settlement
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyrax Hill Museum | ||||
| Hyrax Hill Museum | ||||
| Kariandusi Museum |
Farmers Markets in Ol Kalau South Settlement
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahati Open Air Market | |||||
| Barnabas Highway Market | |||||
| Barnabas Highway Market | |||||
| Dondori Centre | |||||
| Free Area Fresh Food Market | |||||
| Kiundu | |||||
| Kiundu | |||||
| Maili Sita Market Heshima Road | |||||
| Maili Sita Market Heshima Road | |||||
| Maili Sita Shopping Center Kabatini | |||||
| Mbaruk Shopping Centre | |||||
| Ndaragwa Market | |||||
| Section 58 Center | |||||
| Section 58 Center | |||||
| White House Lane Market |
Airports Near Ol Kalau South Settlement
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Nakuru Lanet Airport | NUU | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Barina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Enasoit Airport | — | 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 |
| Kamok Airstrip | — | 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 |
| Laburra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lomolo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mbaruk Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Menengai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Milmet Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mpala Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mpala Research Center Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mukenye Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ndabibi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ngorare Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Njoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nyahururu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Ol Maisor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oljogi Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oserongoni Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ol Kalau South Settlement?
Ol Kalau South Settlement has a population of 13,234 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 280.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ol Kalau South Settlement?
Ol Kalau South Settlement enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.