All Countries
Runyenjes, Kenya
Embu County · Kenya
Runyenjes is a small town in Embu County, Kenya with a population of 4,943. Elevation: 4,938 ft (1,505 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Discover Runyenjes, Kenya
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Runyenjes
Runyenjes is the second largest town in Embu County, Kenya. It is located about 150 km from Nairobi, and 75 km from Mount Kenya, at an altitude of 1500m.The population is estimated at 58,000 people, the majority of which are the Embu People who speak Kiembu, a Bantu language, as well as Kiswahili and English, the two official languages in Kenya. The area offers scenic views, with densely wooded hills, gentle valleys, flowing streams and rivers, waterfalls, as well as small-scale farms.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,943 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,938 ft (1,505 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.4230°, 37.5704° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Embu County |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.0 inches (1,195 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Runyenjes
Runyenjes is a small town in Kenya (Embu County) with a population of 4,943. The city sits at an elevation of 4,938 feet (1,505 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,938 ft (1,505 m) |
| Area | 135.9 sq mi (351.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.4230°N, 37.5704°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 152 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 7.6 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 7.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 11.7 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in |
Runyenjes has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 62°F in July to 69°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (13.0") and June the driest (1.0").
Schools in Runyenjes
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| karurumo methodist school | — | — | — | — |
| youth polytechnic | — | — | — | — |
| ACK Ena Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| ACK Kagaari | — | — | — | — |
| Moi High School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Runyenjes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Runyenjes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embu Market | |||||
| Gachoka Market | |||||
| Gatumbi market | |||||
| Keria Market | |||||
| Kieni Kia Ndege | |||||
| Kithino Market | |||||
| mukuuni market | |||||
| NDAGANI | |||||
| ndagani | |||||
| Nguruki Shopping Centre | |||||
| Open Air Market | |||||
| Quba Madukani | |||||
| Siakago Market |
Restaurants in Runyenjes
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Runyenjes
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Runyenjes
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Runyenjes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Runyenjes
40 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Borana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Embori Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Enasoit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gaitu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamburu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kiambere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kisima Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laragai Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lewa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mawingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mitunguu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Kenya Lodge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mpala Research Center Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mughwongo Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mulika Lodge Airport | JJM | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ngare Ndare Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Oldonyo Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oljogi Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rojewero River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Segera Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tana River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ura Gate Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wanguru (Thiba) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Runyenjes
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church Gikuuri | |
| iriari | |
| karurumo | |
| St Joseph Mukasa | |
| Victory Manifestation |
Quick Facts
🇰🇪 About Kenya
Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Runyenjes.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Runyenjes
What is the population of Runyenjes?
Runyenjes has a population of 4,943 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 135.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Runyenjes?
Runyenjes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches.