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The Equator, or 0° latitude, passes through the central part of Kenya. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, Kenya lies approximately between 4°N and 4°S latitudes, and the Equator crosses its territory.

Kenya is situated in East Africa. The Equator passes through several parts of the country, and the region of Mount Kenya also lies very close to the Equator. Despite its equatorial location, all parts of Kenya are not extremely hot because altitude has an important influence on climate; higher areas such as Nairobi and the central highlands have comparatively moderate temperatures.

In contrast, the Central African Republic, Sarawak and Venezuela lie north of the Equator, and the Equator does not pass through their territories.