Climate Insights for Lokichar

Turkana, Kenya

Hottest
February
37°C peak
Coldest
December
24°C low
Wettest
April
82mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Lokichar is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 390mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 82mm 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: 30° Min: 24° Feb Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 25° Mar Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 25° Apr Max: 34° Average: 30° Min: 25° May Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 24° Jun Max: 33° Average: 29° Min: 24° Jul Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Aug Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Sep Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 25° Oct Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 25° Nov Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° Dec Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24°
Max
Average
Min

Lokichar sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 24°C to 37°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 31°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 29°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 6mm Feb Precipitation: 3mm Mar Precipitation: 28mm Apr Precipitation: 82mm May Precipitation: 53mm Jun Precipitation: 39mm Jul Precipitation: 46mm Aug Precipitation: 29mm Sep Precipitation: 23mm Oct Precipitation: 42mm Nov Precipitation: 28mm Dec Precipitation: 12mm
Precipitation

Lokichar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 390mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 32mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 82mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3mm. That's 79mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Lokichar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 13km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

11 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Lokichar, which began on June 21, 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 December near 24°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (11 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 37°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 162mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 114mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 92mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 37°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 21mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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
24 °C
36 °C
12 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
37 °C
14 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
37 °C
13 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
34 °C
11 km/h
82 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
34 °C
8 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
33 °C
8 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
33 °C
8 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
33 °C
9 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
25 °C
35 °C
10 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
35 °C
11 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
35 °C
12 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
35 °C
13 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
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