Climate Insights for Lokichar

, Turkana, Kenya

Hottest
February
37°C peak
Coldest
July
23°C low
Wettest
April
117mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Lokichar is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 534mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 117mm of rainfall. Lokichar sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 23° Feb Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 24° Mar Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 24° Apr Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 24° May Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 23° Jun Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 23° Jul Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Aug Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 23° Sep Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 23° Oct Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° Nov Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 23° Dec Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 23°
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Lokichar sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 37°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 30°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 28mm Apr Precipitation: 117mm May Precipitation: 75mm Jun Precipitation: 47mm Jul Precipitation: 54mm Aug Precipitation: 34mm Sep Precipitation: 25mm Oct Precipitation: 58mm Nov Precipitation: 62mm Dec Precipitation: 21mm
Precipitation

Lokichar is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 534mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 117mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4mm. That's 113mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 19km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed

Lokichar is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Lokichar, which began on March 20, 2026. Lokichar sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 23°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 36°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 220mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 136mm over the season and a monthly average of 45mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 145mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 37°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 33mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lokichar based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
23 °C
36 °C
18 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
37 °C
19 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
36 °C
19 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
34 °C
15 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
33 °C
11 km/h
75 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
33 °C
12 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
34 °C
14 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
35 °C
16 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
34 °C
16 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
34 °C
17 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
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