Il, Kenya experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 7 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Il, Kenya Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Il, Kenya. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.8/10
Best: June, July, August, September, October
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 26°C / 16°C
Feels Like 26°C / 16°C
Rainy Days 7
Rainfall 45 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 65%
Wind Speed 15 km/h
Dew Point 14°C
Hottest Month
28°C
February
Avg Low17°C
Rain5days
Coldest Month
14°C
July
Avg High24°C
Rain2days
Driest Month
2days
June
Avg High24°C
Avg Low15°C
Windiest Month
19 km/h
October (Gusts 40)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, November due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:35
Daylight 12h
Sunset 18:35
Live conditions—
Il on the map · live conditions
Il, Kenya
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Kenya
- City
- Il
- Population
- 7.8K
- Coordinates
- -2.10°, 36.79°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 7 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 8 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 2 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 27°C / 17°C . Feb: 28°C / 17°C . Mar: 28°C / 17°C . Apr: 26°C / 17°C . May: 25°C / 16°C . Jun: 24°C / 15°C . Jul: 24°C / 14°C . Aug: 25°C / 14°C . Sep: 26°C / 15°C . Oct: 27°C / 16°C . Nov: 26°C / 16°C . Dec: 26°C / 17°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 72 mm. Feb: 42 mm. Mar: 61 mm. Apr: 112 mm. May: 55 mm. Jun: 12 mm. Jul: 8 mm. Aug: 9 mm. Sep: 9 mm. Oct: 23 mm. Nov: 71 mm. Dec: 61 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 64%. Feb: 60%. Mar: 63%. Apr: 74%. May: 73%. Jun: 64%. Jul: 61%. Aug: 61%. Sep: 60%. Oct: 60%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 70%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 16 km/h . Mar: 16 km/h . Apr: 14 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 19 km/h . Oct: 19 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 16 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 10. Mar: UV 10. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Sep 2025 · 28°C | Feb · 28°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 14°C | Jul · 14°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 110 mm | Apr · 112 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 19 km/h | Oct · 19 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Excellent 
February
Excellent March
Excellent April
Good May
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Good December
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 17°C | 28°C / 17°C | 9days (72 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February | 28°C / 17°C | 28°C / 17°C | 5days (42 mm) Good | 11.2h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 9.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 10days (61 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 9.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 26°C / 17°C | 27°C / 18°C | 18days (112 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 25°C / 16°C | 25°C / 17°C | 10days (55 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 15°C | 24°C / 15°C | 2days (12 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 24°C / 14°C | 24°C / 13°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 61% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 25°C / 14°C | 24°C / 13°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 9.4h Good | 61% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 15°C | 26°C / 14°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 9.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 16°C | 27°C / 16°C | 4days (23 mm) Good | 11h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 9.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 26°C / 16°C | 26°C / 17°C | 14days (71 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 26°C / 17°C | 26°C / 17°C | 9days (61 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Il are June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Il, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Il is February, with average daytime highs of 28°C (82°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Il is July, with average overnight lows of 14°C (57°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Il is April, averaging 112mm of precipitation across 18 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Il runs through April, November, March, May, with the heaviest rainfall in April. Based on 10-year averages for Il.
Il receives approximately 125 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Il.
The least favorable months to visit Il are April, November, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Il is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Il is 65%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Il are 15 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is October with peak winds reaching 19 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Il averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 65%. The clearest skies occur in February.
The annual average dew point in Il is 14°C (57°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Il has a Hot Semi-Arid climate, classified as BSh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Il ranges from 16°C (61°F) to 26°C (79°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Il. It earns a climate score of 9.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Il, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 24°C (76°F) and 2 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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