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Othaya, Kenya
Nyeri County · Kenya
Othaya is a small city in Nyeri County, Kenya with a population of 6,650. Elevation: 6,145 ft (1,873 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Othaya
Othaya is a Kenyan town about 120 kilometres north of Nairobi, the capital. As of the 1999 census, Othaya had a population of 21,427, of which 4,108 were classified as core urban; the majority of the residents belong to the Kikuyu ethnic group. Othaya is part of Nyeri County. It has been a traditionally agricultural area with coffee and tea as the main cash crops, with many residents being subsistence farmers. Othaya is home to Chinga dam, the largest water reservoir in Nyeri County.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,650 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,145 ft (1,873 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.5466°, 36.9318° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nyeri County |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,134 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Othaya
Othaya is a small city in Kenya (Nyeri County) with a population of 6,650. The city sits at an elevation of 6,145 feet (1,873 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,145 ft (1,873 m) |
| Area | 235.1 sq mi (608.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.5466°N, 36.9318°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Eburru, Ol Doinyo (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 82 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 11.6 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 7.8 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.9 in |
Othaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 59°F in August to 64°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 59.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (13.2") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Othaya
32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gakii Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ihuririo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kairuthi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kihome Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kagonye Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mahiga Girls' Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gakuyu Mahiga Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Birithia Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kenyatta High Mahiga | - | - | - | - |
| Karima Boys Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Witima Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Munyange Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Othaya Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiamuya Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chinga Boys Secondary Schoo | - | - | - | - |
| Karuthi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gondo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Maria Goretti Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Chinga Girls | - | - | - | - |
| Kiaguthu Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gathera Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kariko Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mucharage Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gatugi Girls Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Karindi Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kihora Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karangia Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mathakwaini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gachatha High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaiguri Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Karangia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiandu Primary School, Kenya | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Othaya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyeri Museum |
Libraries in Othaya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Archives Nyeri Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service - Karatina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| new library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Othaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bus Station Shops | |||||
| Chaka Market | |||||
| Gaithuri Tea Buying Centre | |||||
| Gititu | |||||
| ithekahuno market | |||||
| Karatina Clothes Market | |||||
| Karatina Market | |||||
| Karatina Open Air Market | |||||
| kiaigi | |||||
| King'ong'o Market | |||||
| Kinunga Shopping Center | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| muthinga market | |||||
| Muthinga Market | |||||
| Nyeri Market Extension Stalls | |||||
| Open Air Market | |||||
| tambaya |
Gas Stations in Othaya
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Othaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Othaya
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Moi Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embori Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Head Office Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jolai Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Game Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lewa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mawingo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbaruk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Kenya Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nyahururu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Oldonyo Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Segera Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sirocco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Othaya
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mathakwaini AIPCA Church | |
| Mathakwaini Catholic Church |
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10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Othaya
What is the population of Othaya?
Othaya has a population of 6,650 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 235.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Othaya?
Othaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.