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Wiyumiririe, Kenya
Laikipia · Kenya
Wiyumiririe is a small town in Laikipia, Kenya with a population of 2,449. Elevation: 7,470 ft (2,277 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wiyumiririe
Shamata is a ward in Ndaragwa Constituency of Kenya's Nyandarua County. It is located approximately 222 kilometres (138 mi) from Nairobi.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,449 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,470 ft (2,277 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.0773°, 36.5796° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Laikipia |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.2 inches (869 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wiyumiririe
Wiyumiririe is a small town in Kenya (Laikipia) with a population of 2,449. The city sits at an elevation of 7,470 feet (2,277 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 34.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,470 ft (2,277 m) |
| Area | 596.1 sq mi (1,543.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.0773°N, 36.5796°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Eburru, Ol Doinyo (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Ol Kokwe | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 97 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 120 km |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 142 km |
| Nyambeni Hills | Shield | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 2.7 in |
Wiyumiririe has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 57°F in August to 60°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.4").
Schools in Wiyumiririe
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ndaragwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baldo Childrens Home | - | - | - | - |
| Mutara Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Green Gate ECD | - | - | - | - |
| Budget ECD | - | - | - | - |
| Ndururi ECD | - | - | - | - |
| Munonda ECD | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Wiyumiririe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiandege Market | |||||
| Market Stalls | |||||
| Ndaragwa Market | |||||
| Ngamini Village | |||||
| Nyahururu Market |
Bus Stations in Wiyumiririe
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wiyumiririe
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wiyumiririe
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wiyumiririe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wiyumiririe
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laikipia Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nakuru Lanet Airport | NUU | Medium Airport |
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | NYK | Medium Airport |
| Airspray Naivasha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barton's Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Borana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carzan Rongai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Congrieve Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crescent Island Naivasha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Delamare Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dol Dol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Enasoit Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Engelesha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fairmont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilgil Coulson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gogar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Head Office Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibis Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilkek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jolai Delamere Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kabarak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamogi Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamwaki Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kifuku Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kigio (Malewa) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kisima Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laburra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laikipia Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Baringo (Kampi Ya Samaki) Airport | LBN | Small Airport |
| Laragai Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lentille Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loisaba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loldia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lolomarik Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lomolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Longonot Fair Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manyatta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marrian's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mawingo 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wiyumiririe
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Family Ndaragwa | |
| PCEA Ndaragwa | |
| St. Martin Catholic Parish Wiyumiririe |
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What is the population of Wiyumiririe?
Wiyumiririe has a population of 2,449 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 596.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wiyumiririe?
Wiyumiririe 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 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.2 inches.