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Timau, Kenya
Meru County · Kenya
Timau is a small city in Meru County, Kenya with a population of 10,571. Elevation: 7,224 ft (2,202 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,571 |
| Population Density | 101 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,224 ft (2,202 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.0835°, 37.2393° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Meru County |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.6 inches (904 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Timau
Timau is a small city in Kenya (Meru County) with a population of 10,571. The city sits at an elevation of 7,224 feet (2,202 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Timau
Timau has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F). The hottest month is Mar (18.5°C), the coldest is Jul (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1549 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.5°F |
| 8% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,224 ft (2,202 m) |
| Area | 105.2 sq mi (272.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.0835°N, 37.2393°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nyambeni Hills (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 150 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 152 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 163 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in |
Timau has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 57°F in July to 61°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.8") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Timau
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCM Angaine | - | - | - | - |
| Ethi Mixed Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of Visitation Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Heart Of Mercy Street Youth Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maritati Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mutethia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Timau
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Timau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Services-Munyu | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Services-Timau | 0.0 | |||||
| Nanyuki Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Timau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clothes Market | |||||
| Ihithe Shopping Center | |||||
| Kigogoini shopping center | |||||
| Nanyuki open air market | |||||
| Rahisi Shop | |||||
| Thingithu |
Restaurants in Timau
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Timau
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Timau
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Timau
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Timau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Kenya Brewery |
Airports Near Timau
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Barsalinga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Borana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chaffa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dol Dol 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 |
| Il Ngwesi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Isiolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kalama Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamogi Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kiambere Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laragai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Larsens Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lentille Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lewa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loisaba 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 Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mpala Research Center Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mugie Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mukenye Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| National Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ndonyo Lengala Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngare Ndare Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ngorare Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyeri Airport | NYE | Small Airport |
| Ol Maisor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ol Malo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oldonyo Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oljogi Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oryx Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rumuruti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Timau
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Kenya National Park/Natural Forest | Natural | 1997 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Timau
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| MARITATI CATHOLIC CHURCH | |
| P.C.E.A Timau Church | |
| Timau Baptist Church | |
| Timau Catholic |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Timau
What is the population of Timau?
Timau has a population of 10,571 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 105.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Timau?
Timau enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches.