Umm an Namil Island

Island

Umm an Namil Island in Kuwait Bay contains archaeological remains dating to antiquity and supports seabird colonies; boat trips from Kuwait City call at nearby islets.

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Umm an Namil Island essentials

Address: Umm an Namil Island, Jahra Governorate, Kuwait
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Umm an Namil Island

Autumn to spring offers comfortable conditions for visiting coastal islands.

Autumn/Winter
Oct-Mar · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Mild temperatures suitable for island visits and boat trips.
Spring
Apr-May · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Warmer but still comfortable for daytime excursions.
Summer
Jun-Sep · 35-45°C (95-113°F)
Extreme heat-avoid unless necessary; sea trips often curtailed.

Weather & Climate near Umm an Namil Island

Climate

Tropical climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 43°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 161 Unhealthy
Best Time to Visit
OctoberMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 8° - 18° 13° 22 mm mostly sunny 63% 4.1 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.4h
February Excellent 9° - 20° 15° 15 mm mostly sunny 59% 4.2 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.0h
March Ideal 13° - 24° 19° 14 mm mostly sunny 51% 4.2 m/s 1.4 high 11.9h
April Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 13 mm mostly sunny 47% 4.0 m/s 1.7 very high 12.8h
May Ideal 25° - 37° 31° 3 mm mostly sunny 37% 4.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 13.5h
June Ideal 28° - 41° 34° 0 mm clear 29% 4.2 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.9h
July Excellent 30° - 43° 36° 0 mm clear 30% 4.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.7h
August Excellent 29° - 43° 36° 0 mm clear 32% 4.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 26° - 40° 33° 0 mm clear 34% 3.6 m/s 1.8 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 21° - 34° 28° 2 mm clear 45% 3.3 m/s 1.3 high 11.3h
November Ideal 15° - 27° 21° 20 mm mostly sunny 54% 3.6 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.6h
December Excellent 9° - 20° 15° 20 mm mostly sunny 61% 3.5 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Umm an Namil Island

Access is by small boat from northern Kuwait coastal points in Jahra Governorate; private charters and local fishing skiffs provide the most common routes. Confirm permissions and safety conditions before embarking.

Tips for Visiting Umm an Namil Island

  • Visit at low tide to walk the beach and see intertidal formations.
  • Respect protected wildlife-some islands have important bird nesting sites.
  • Access may be restricted-check with Kuwaiti authorities or local tour operators.