Mountain in Kenya

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📅 Best: February, June and August⛰ 17.057 ft

Quick facts about Mount Kenya

TypeMountain
CountryKenya
ContinentAfrica
Coordinates0°9′7.6″S 37°18′30.2″E (-0.1521, 37.3084)
Elevation17.057 ft
Known foran equatorial glaciated peak
Best monthsFebruary, June and August
ClimatePolar

Summary

Mount Kenya is a mountain in Kenya. Mount Kenya is a mountain known as an equatorial glaciated peak. It sits at 17.057 ft above sea level.

The best time to visit Mount Kenya is February, June and August. The climate is polar. April, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 36°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 21°F.

The closest major airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), about 85 mi away. Nearby highlights include Maasai Mara National Reserve, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park and Serengeti National Park.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 0°9′7.6″S 37°18′30.2″E (-0.1521, 37.3084)

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Where is Mount Kenya?

Mount Kenya is a mountain in Kenya. Its coordinates are -0.1521, 37.3084. It lies in Africa.

When is the best time to visit Mount Kenya?

February, June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Kenya, which has a polar climate. April, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What is the nearest airport to Mount Kenya?

The closest airports are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 85 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Mount Kenya?

Popular options include Maasai Mara National Reserve, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 23, 2026 UTC. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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