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Il, Kenya
Kajiado County · Kenya
Il is a small city in Kajiado County, Kenya with a population of 7,812. Elevation: 5,367 ft (1,636 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Il
Ilbisil is a settlement in Kenya's Rift Valley Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,812 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,367 ft (1,636 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.0976°, 36.7922° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kajiado County |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.8 inches (578 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Il
Il is a small city in Kenya (Kajiado County) with a population of 7,812. The city sits at an elevation of 5,367 feet (1,636 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,367 ft (1,636 m) |
| Area | 719.9 sq mi (1,864.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.0976°N, 36.7922°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Suswa (116 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Suswa | Shield | 2,356 m (7,730 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 123 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 128 km |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 137 km |
| Olkaria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,434 m (7,986 ft) | 1770 | 144 km |
| Eburru, Ol Doinyo | Complex | 2,856 m (9,370 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 2.8 in |
Il has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 63°F in July to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Il
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown of Hope Complex Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ilbissil Boarding Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ilbissil Girls Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Il
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Il
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Il
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Il
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amboseli Airport | ASV | Medium Airport |
| Athi River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Entasopia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gelai East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ilbisil Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kajiado Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kimana Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kitumbeine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Magadi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malinda Estate Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Merugoi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Namanga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orly Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Shompole All Weather Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tawi Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tortilis Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wosiwosi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Il
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Il Bissil AIC |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Il
What is the population of Il?
Il has a population of 7,812 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 719.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Il?
Il enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches.