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Lokichar, Kenya
Turkana County · Kenya
Lokichar is a small city in Turkana County, Kenya with a population of 12,676. Elevation: 2,503 ft (763 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lokichar
Lokichar is a small town in Kenya's Turkana County.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,676 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,503 ft (763 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.3812°, 35.6512° |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
| Country | 🇰🇪 Kenya |
| State / Province | Turkana County |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.7 inches (373 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lokichar
Lokichar is a small city in Kenya (Turkana County) with a population of 12,676. The city sits at an elevation of 2,503 feet (763 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Nairobi.
Climate in Lokichar
Lokichar has an average annual temperature of 28.6°C (83°F). The hottest month is Mar (30°C), the coldest is Jul (27.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 365 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Kenya avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,503 ft (763 m) |
| Area | 3,185.1 sq mi (8,249.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.3812°N, 35.6512°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Namarunu (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Namarunu | Shield | 817 m (2,680 ft) | -6550 | 97 km |
| Barrier, The | Shield | 1,032 m (3,386 ft) | 1921 | 102 km |
| Emuruangogolak | Shield | 1,285 m (4,216 ft) | 1910 | 124 km |
| Central Island | Tuff cone(s) | 518 m (1,699 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Silali | Shield | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | -5050 | 151 km |
| Paka | Shield | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | -7550 | 173 km |
| Korosi | Shield | 1,446 m (4,744 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in |
Lokichar has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in July to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 14.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (0.4").
Restaurants in Lokichar
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lokichar
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lokichar
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lodwar Airport | LOK | Medium Airport |
| Alale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapese Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Katilu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lokichar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lokori Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loperot Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lothagah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lotubae Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Perror Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turkwel Gorge Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lokichar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ the King Catholic Parish | |
| Christ the King Parish, Lokichar |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kenya
10 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Lokichar
What is the population of Lokichar?
Lokichar has a population of 12,676 residents and is located in Kenya. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,185.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lokichar?
Lokichar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches.