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Ortum, Kenya
West Pokot County · Kenya
Ortum is a small town in West Pokot County, Kenya with a population of 3,372. Elevation: 4,656 ft (1,419 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 3,372 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,656 ft (1,419 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.4374°, 35.3563° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | West Pokot County |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (945 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ortum
Ortum is a small town in Kenya (West Pokot County) with a population of 3,372. The city sits at an elevation of 4,656 feet (1,419 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,656 ft (1,419 m) |
| Area | 1,353.8 sq mi (3,506.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.4374°N, 35.3563°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silali (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 102 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 108 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 109 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 134 km |
| Barrier, The | Shield | 1,032 m (3,386 ft) | 1921 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 1.3 in |
Ortum has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 64°F in July to 68°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Ortum
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELCK Pusian Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Ortum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aramaket Shopping Center | |||||
| Bendera Market Stalls | |||||
| Chepareria Market | |||||
| Chepkechir Trading Center | |||||
| Chepkechir Trading Center | |||||
| Emboasis Trading Centre | |||||
| Kamarkech Shopping Center | |||||
| Kamatira Trading Centre | |||||
| Sakat Trading Centre |
Airports Near Ortum
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kitale Airport | KTL | Medium Airport |
| Kapedo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapenguria (Kishaunet) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lokori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maji Mazuri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Elgon Orchards Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sigor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turkwel Gorge Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ortum
What is the population of Ortum?
Ortum has a population of 3,372 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,353.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ortum?
Ortum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.