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Upper Gilgil, Kenya
Nyandarua County · Kenya
Upper Gilgil is a mid-size city in Nyandarua County, Kenya with a population of 60,711. Elevation: 8,891 ft (2,710 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Upper Gilgil
Dundori or Ndundori is a settlement in Kenya's Nyandarua County.
People
Climate
| Population | 60,711 |
| Population Density | 217 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,891 ft (2,710 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.2121°, 36.2725° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Nyandarua County |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.8 inches (1,010 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Upper Gilgil
Upper Gilgil is a mid-size city in Kenya (Nyandarua County) with a population of 60,711. The city sits at an elevation of 8,891 feet (2,710 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Upper Gilgil
Upper Gilgil has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Mar (19.3°C), the coldest is Jul (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 1694 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,891 ft (2,710 m) |
| Area | 280.0 sq mi (725.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 217/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.2121°N, 36.2725°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Eburru, Ol Doinyo (49 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 77 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 126 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 152 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 191 km |
| Homa Mountain | Complex | 1,751 m (5,745 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in |
Upper Gilgil has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 56°F in July to 60°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Upper Gilgil
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benedita Computer College | College | - | , |
| Kenya Institute of Management | College | - | , |
| Nyandarua Institute of Science and Technology | College | - | , |
Schools in Upper Gilgil
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasenga Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Sarugo Secondry School | - | - | - | - |
| Nyakiambi Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Afraha Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Mirangine Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Tumani Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Tumaini Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Davis Junior Academy | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Upper Gilgil
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyrax Hill Museum | ||||
| Hyrax Hill Museum | ||||
| Kariandusi Museum |
Libraries in Upper Gilgil
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya National Library Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Kenya National Library Service | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Upper Gilgil
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afraha Stadium Annex Market | |||||
| Afraha Stadium Annex Market | |||||
| Bahati Open Air Market | |||||
| Barnabas Highway Market | |||||
| Barnabas Highway Market | |||||
| Bondeni Central Commerce | |||||
| Dondori Centre | |||||
| Free Area Fresh Food Market | |||||
| Kipanga Market | |||||
| Kipanga Market | |||||
| Kiundu | |||||
| Kiundu | |||||
| Maasai Market | |||||
| Maasai Market | |||||
| Maili Sita Market Heshima Road | |||||
| Maili Sita Market Heshima Road | |||||
| Maili Sita Shopping Center Kabatini | |||||
| Market Stalls | |||||
| Mbaruk Shopping Centre | |||||
| Mwariki Shopping Cener | |||||
| Nasher Market | |||||
| Nasher Market | |||||
| Nyahururu Market | |||||
| Pondamali Market | |||||
| Pondamali Market | |||||
| Rhonda Modern Market | |||||
| Section 58 Center | |||||
| Section 58 Center | |||||
| Soko Mjinga | |||||
| Soko Mjinga | |||||
| Top Market | |||||
| Town Market | |||||
| White House Lane Market | |||||
| Zawadi Food Market | |||||
| Zawadi Food Market |
Shopping Malls in Upper Gilgil
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Upper Gilgil
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Afraha Stadium |
Airports Near Upper Gilgil
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nakuru Lanet Airport | NUU | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Engelesha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gogar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Head Office Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jolai Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kabarak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kapchomuswo (Kabarnet) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kerio Valley Airport | KRV | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kijabe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kongoni Game Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lentille Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lomolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's 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 |
| Mukenye Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Naishi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naivasha Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nanyuki West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ndabibi Airport | - | 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 |
| Oljogi Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olpejeta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oserian Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Upper Gilgil?
Upper Gilgil has a population of 60,711 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 217 people per square mile, spread across 280.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Upper Gilgil?
Upper Gilgil enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.