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Sagana, Kenya
Kirinyaga County · Kenya
Sagana is a small city in Kirinyaga County, Kenya with a population of 13,000. Elevation: 3,917 ft (1,194 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Sagana
Sagana is a small industrial town in Kirinyaga District, Kenya. It is along the Nairobi-Nyeri highway, approximately 100 kilometres north of Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. The town is named after Kenya's longest river, the Sagana River, also known as Thagana. The town also inspired the rhumba song "Afro Mtoto wa Sagana". The town and its surrounding areas are experiencing growth in the hospitality industry, particularly along the banks of River Sagana, where cottages, water sports, and other tourist attractions are being established.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,000 |
| Population Density | 910 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,917 ft (1,194 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.6681°, 37.2088° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kirinyaga 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 Sagana
Sagana is a small city in Kenya (Kirinyaga County) with a population of 13,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,917 feet (1,194 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.
Climate in Sagana
Sagana has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1235 mm.
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 | 3,917 ft (1,194 m) |
| Area | 14.3 sq mi (37.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 910/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.6681°N, 37.2088°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olkaria (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 105 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in |
Sagana has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 61°F in July to 73°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.3") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Sagana
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kangocho Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| SAGANA TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE | — | — | — | — |
| Upper Sagana primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Ngamwa Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Rutune Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Acic Kiuu Secondary | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sagana
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juja FM | — | MP3 |
Museums in Sagana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyeri Museum |
Libraries in Sagana
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Archives Nyeri Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service - Karatina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Services | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sagana
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Banana Stop | |||||
| Bus Station Shops | |||||
| Embu Market | |||||
| Fruit Market | |||||
| Gakungu Shopping Centre | |||||
| Gititu | |||||
| Grain Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| ithekahuno market | |||||
| Kagumo Market | |||||
| Kagundu-ini Market | |||||
| Kambiti Market | |||||
| Karatina Clothes Market | |||||
| Karatina Market | |||||
| Karatina Open Air Market | |||||
| kiaigi | |||||
| Kiangwaci Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kibingoti Shopping Centre | |||||
| Kwa Matunda | |||||
| Mango Sellers | |||||
| Mango Vendors | |||||
| Mango vendors | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Maragwa Roadside Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| Mbombo Reli Market | |||||
| muthinga market | |||||
| Ndindiruku Market | |||||
| SAGANA OPEN MARKET | |||||
| tambaya | |||||
| Wakaria Market |
Restaurants in Sagana
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sagana
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sagana
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sagana
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sagana
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sagana
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sagana
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | NBO | Large Airport |
| Laikipia Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Moi Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Nairobi Wilson Airport | WIL | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Bobs Harries Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Embori Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Embu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gaitu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamburu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kedong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kiambere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limuru Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mawingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mitunguu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Kenya Lodge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rutundu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Solio Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wanguru (Thiba) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sagana
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sagana Catholic Parish |
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sagana
What is the population of Sagana?
Sagana has a population of 13,000 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 910 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sagana?
Sagana 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.