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Kapenguria
City in West Pokot, Kenya
Overview
Kapenguria, the lively capital of West Pokot County, is a gateway to northwestern Kenya's natural beauty and fascinating history. The city is known for its lively markets, heritage sites, and friendly atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy local cuisine and scenic landscapes while exploring the region's unique culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Kenya
County
West Pokot
Population
56,000
Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Coordinates
1.24°, 35.11°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$420
Local Cost
$210
Local Income
$120
Cashless
20
English
50
Temperature
17.1°C
Summer Avg
16.3°C
Winter Avg
17.0°C
Record High
31.0°C
Record Low
5.1°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1846 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KTL
Distance
34 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.
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