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Loiyangalani, Kenya
Marsabit County · Kenya
Loiyangalani is a small city in Marsabit County, Kenya with a population of 5,193. Elevation: 1,243 ft (379 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Loiyangalani
Loiyangalani is a small town located on the southeastern coast of Lake Turkana in Kenya. The town has a population of 5,117. Loiyangalani means "a place of many trees" in the native Samburu tongue. It is home to the Rendille and Elmollo People but now has other Kenyan communities like the Turkana, Luo, Meru, and Somali. The town was founded near a freshwater spring in the 1960s where the Rendille and El Molo people lived. Its main industries include fishing, tourism and gold panning. It is a popular tourist destination in Northern Kenya, as the surrounding El Molo and Turkana villages offer unique experiences.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,193 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,243 ft (379 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.7444°, 36.7146° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Marsabit County |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.4 inches (214 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Loiyangalani
Loiyangalani is a small city in Kenya (Marsabit County) with a population of 5,193. The city sits at an elevation of 1,243 feet (379 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,243 ft (379 m) |
| Area | 3,185.1 sq mi (8,249.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.7444°N, 36.7146°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Barrier, The (50 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Barrier, The | Shield | 1,032 m (3,386 ft) | 1921 | 50 km |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 91 km |
| Central Island | Tuff cone(s) | 518 m (1,699 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 145 km |
| Marsabit | Shield | 1,707 m (5,600 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Mega Basalt Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in |
Loiyangalani has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in July to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.0") and September the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Loiyangalani
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Museums in Loiyangalani
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Museum - Loiyangalani |
Airports Near Loiyangalani
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beverley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eliye Springs Airport | EYS | Small Airport |
| Gatab Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kalacha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kowop Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lenchukuti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loiyangalani Airport | LOY | Small Airport |
| Lothagah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lotubae Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Seder Airport | — | Small Airport |
| South Horr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tuum Airport | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Loiyangalani
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Turkana National Parks | Natural | 1997 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Loiyangalani
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church Loiyangalani | |
| Loiyangalani Mosque |
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What is the population of Loiyangalani?
Loiyangalani has a population of 5,193 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,185.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Loiyangalani?
Loiyangalani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches.