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Oyugis, Kenya
Homa Bay County · Kenya
Oyugis is a small city in Homa Bay County, Kenya with a population of 19,947. Elevation: 4,662 ft (1,421 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Oyugis
Oyugis is the second-largest town in Homa Bay County in Nyanza Kenya. The town lies along the Kisumu-Kisii highway. It is the commercial and financial centre of Rachuonyo Sub-County in Homa Bay County of the former Nyanza Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,947 |
| Population Density | 886 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,662 ft (1,421 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.5097°, 34.7307° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Homa Bay County |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,136 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oyugis
Oyugis is a small city in Kenya (Homa Bay County) with a population of 19,947. The city sits at an elevation of 4,662 feet (1,421 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Oyugis
Oyugis 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 | 72.1°F |
| 34% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,662 ft (1,421 m) |
| Area | 22.5 sq mi (58.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 886/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.5097°N, 34.7307°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Homa Mountain (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 29 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 179 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 3.9 in |
Oyugis has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 67°F in August to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (2.6").
Schools in Oyugis
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sikri School for the Deaf | - | - | - | - |
| Kimanyi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Agoro Sare Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sino Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Josephs Sino Mixed Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. George Sikri Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Agoro Sare High | - | - | - | - |
| St Dislaus Nyawango Sec | - | - | - | - |
| Nyawango Primary | - | - | - | - |
| St Josephs Sino Mixed Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Apondo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Apondo Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kimanyi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyalgosi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyambare Primary/ Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Apollo Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Rawinji Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sino Primary Sch | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Oyugis
0 stations within ~55 km.
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Libraries in Oyugis
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
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| Kenya National Library Services-Kisii | 0.0 | |||||
| Kochia Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oyugis
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
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| Bodi market | |||||
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| Daraja Mbili Market | |||||
| Harambee Market | |||||
| Itibo Market | |||||
| Katito Market | |||||
| Kendu Bay Showground | |||||
| Kisii County Market | |||||
| Kisii Town Market | |||||
| Magombo Market | |||||
| Magungu Market | |||||
| Makaka Market | |||||
| Manga Farmers Market | |||||
| Mosocho Market | |||||
| Nyakoe Market | |||||
| Nyalkinyi Market Centre | |||||
| Nyamarimba Market | |||||
| Nyamataro | |||||
| Nyangweso market | |||||
| Oboch Market | |||||
| Obwanda Shopping Center | |||||
| Ojinyo Market | |||||
| Okanowach Market | |||||
| Ombek Market | |||||
| Omoya Market | |||||
| Oriang Market | |||||
| Oyugis Market | |||||
| Oyugis Market | |||||
| Oyuma Market | |||||
| Ragwe Market | |||||
| Rangwe | |||||
| Rodi Market | |||||
| Rongo Market | |||||
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| Sino Kagola | |||||
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| Tombe Market | |||||
| Twis | |||||
| Youth Market |
Cafes in Oyugis
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oyugis
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Oyugis
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Oyugis
| Team | League | Division |
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Airports Near Oyugis
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | Large 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 |
| 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 |
| Mfangano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Migori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nampaso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngerende Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rusinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saptai Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinderet Teas Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Oyugis
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oyugis Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oyugis
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agoro Sare SDA | |
| Old church bld | |
| Redeemed Gospel Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Oyugis
What is the population of Oyugis?
Oyugis has a population of 19,947 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 886 people per square mile, spread across 22.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oyugis?
Oyugis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.