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Sultan Hamud, Kenya
Makueni County · Kenya
Sultan Hamud is a small city in Makueni County, Kenya with a population of 8,718. Elevation: 4,022 ft (1,226 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sultan Hamud
Sultan Hamud is a town in Kasikeu division of Makueni County, Kenya. It was previously in the former Nzaui District of Eastern Province.
It is located along Nairobi-Mombasa Highway between Emali town and Salama town.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,718 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,022 ft (1,226 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.0204°, 37.3721° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Makueni County |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.8 inches (679 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sultan Hamud
Sultan Hamud is a small city in Kenya (Makueni County) with a population of 8,718. The city sits at an elevation of 4,022 feet (1,226 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,022 ft (1,226 m) |
| Area | 511.4 sq mi (1,324.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.0204°N, 37.3721°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 93 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 153 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 173 km |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 182 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in |
Sultan Hamud has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 57°F in July to 73°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sultan Hamud
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traveller's Oasis Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Christopher Kiamba Memorial School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sultan Hamud
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Sultan Hamud
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mutyambua Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sultan Hamud
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emali Market | |||||
| Kalongo Market | |||||
| Kautandini Market | |||||
| Kavantzou Market | |||||
| Kyusani Market | |||||
| malivani market | |||||
| Mlolongo Market | |||||
| Mlolongo Market | |||||
| Mtini Kwa Malu Market | |||||
| Nziu Market | |||||
| Yale Market |
Restaurants in Sultan Hamud
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sultan Hamud
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sultan Hamud
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sultan Hamud
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sultan Hamud
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | NBO | Large Airport |
| Amboseli Airport | ASV | Medium Airport |
| Moi Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nairobi Wilson Airport | WIL | Medium Airport |
| Athi River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chyulus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilbisil Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kajiado Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamboyo (Tsavo West) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kanzi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kimana Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kitui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lubarra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makindu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malinda Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mbirikani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Namanga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orly Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| REA Vipingo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tawi Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tortilis Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sultan Hamud
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sultan Hamud Post Office |
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What is the population of Sultan Hamud?
Sultan Hamud has a population of 8,718 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 511.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sultan Hamud?
Sultan Hamud enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches.