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Rumuruti, Kenya
Laikipia · Kenya
Rumuruti is a small city in Laikipia, Kenya with a population of 13,056. Elevation: 6,056 ft (1,846 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rumuruti
Rumuruti is a town in Laikipia County in Kenya's former Rift Valley Province. It is approximately 40 kilometers due north of Nyahururu, on the Nyahururu-Maralal road (A4). Despite being smaller than either Nanyuki or Nyahururu, which are on the Southeastern and Southwestern corners of Laikipia respectively, its central location meant that it was selected as the administrative headquarters of the new Laikipia County government in 2013. In 2013 a local business launched a plan to build a KES200 million meat processing facility in the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,056 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,056 ft (1,846 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.2725°, 36.5381° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Laikipia |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.3 inches (718 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rumuruti
Rumuruti is a small city in Kenya (Laikipia) with a population of 13,056. The city sits at an elevation of 6,056 feet (1,846 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Rumuruti
Rumuruti has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.6°C), the coldest is Jul (20.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1142 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,056 ft (1,846 m) |
| Area | 1,340.3 sq mi (3,471.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.2725°N, 36.5381°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ol Kokwe (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 82 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 103 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 134 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 138 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in |
Rumuruti has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 62°F in August to 65°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Rumuruti
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muthanji Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Mary Mother Of Grace Primary/Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Rumuruti
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karuga Market | |||||
| Kiamburi Trade Center | |||||
| Kiandege Market | |||||
| Market Stalls | |||||
| Nyahururu Market |
Gas Stations in Rumuruti
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rumuruti
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rumuruti
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 |
| Barina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barsalinga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Borana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dol Dol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Enasoit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Engelesha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gogar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Hall Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Head Office Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kabarak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamogi Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laikipia Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Baringo (Kampi Ya Samaki) Airport | LBN | Small Airport |
| Lentille Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loisaba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lomolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mawingo 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 |
| Mugie Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mukenye Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Ol Malo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oljogi Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olmoran Airfield | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Rumuruti?
Rumuruti has a population of 13,056 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,340.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rumuruti?
Rumuruti enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches.