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An introduction to the geography and climate of coffee-producing areas in Kenya

Published: 2024-11-05 Author: World Gafei
Last Updated: 2024/11/05, Kenya's climatic and geographical conditions provide unique conditions for the growth of high-quality coffee beans, which are located in eastern Africa, the equator runs through the middle, and the East African Rift Valley runs through the north and south. It is bordered by Somalia to the east, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, Ethiopia and Sudan to the north, and the Indian Ocean to the southeast. The coastline is 536 km long. There are many plateaus in the territory, with an average elevation of 1500 meters.

Kenya's climatic and geographical conditions provide unique conditions for the growth of high-quality coffee beans, which are located in eastern Africa, the equator runs through the middle, and the East African Rift Valley runs through the north and south. It is bordered by Somalia to the east, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, Ethiopia and Sudan to the north, and the Indian Ocean to the southeast. The coastline is 536 km long. There are many plateaus in the territory, with an average elevation of 1500 meters. The central peak of Kirinaga (Mount Kenya) is 5199 meters above sea level and the top of the mountain is covered with snow, making it the second highest peak in Africa. The whole territory is located in the tropical monsoon area, but affected by its high topography, it is a savanna climate with great seasonal differences in precipitation. The coastal area is humid and hot, and the climate of the plateau is mild. The annual temperature is 22 ℃ of Celsius, and the low temperature is 10 ℃. Kenyan coffee beans are the mainstay of the local industry. Kenyan coffee is mostly grown at an altitude of 1500,000m above sea level and is harvested twice a year. Its main characteristic r color is distinct fruit aroma, and the common fruit aroma is citrus. Kenyan coffee has a multi-layered taste and juice acidity, perfect grapefruit and wine flavor, moderate mellow, is the favorite of many people in the coffee industry.

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