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Illasit, Kenya
Kajiado County · Kenya
Illasit is a small town in Kajiado County, Kenya with a population of 4,631. Elevation: 5,354 ft (1,632 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Illasit
Illasit is a settlement in Kenya's Rift Valley Province near the Kenya-Tanzanian border.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,631 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,354 ft (1,632 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.9589°, 37.5711° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Kajiado County |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.9 inches (1,038 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Illasit
Illasit is a small town in Kenya (Kajiado County) with a population of 4,631. The city sits at an elevation of 5,354 feet (1,632 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,354 ft (1,632 m) |
| Area | 276.4 sq mi (716.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.9589°N, 37.5711°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chyulu Hills (46 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chyulu Hills | Volcanic field | 2,188 m (7,178 ft) | 1855 | 46 km |
| Meru | Stratovolcano | 4,565 m (14,977 ft) | 1910 | 97 km |
| Lengai, Ol Doinyo | Stratovolcano | 2,962 m (9,718 ft) | 2020 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 5.4 in |
Illasit has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (8.6") and August the driest (0.6").
Schools in Illasit
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings' Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Shokut Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Illasit
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kibaoni Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Illasit
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimana Animal Market |
Airports Near Illasit
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kilimanjaro International Airport | JRO | Large Airport |
| Amboseli Airport | ASV | Medium Airport |
| Chyulus Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finch Hattons Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iltilal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kamboyo (Tsavo West) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kangetchwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kanzi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kilaguni Airport | ILU | Small Airport |
| Kimana Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Jipe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makindu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maktau Gate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mbirikani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moshi Airport | QSI | Small Airport |
| Mountain Side Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mtito Andei Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Namanga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ngulia Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oloitoktok Airport | - | Small Airport |
| REA Vipingo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Subati Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Taita Hills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taveta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tawi Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tortilis Camp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| TPC Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tsavo Trust Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wanjala Mine Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| West Kilimanjaro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ziwani Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Illasit?
Illasit has a population of 4,631 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 276.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Illasit?
Illasit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.