What’s the climate like in Turkana?
The current climate of Turkana features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 38°C during the day to lows of 34°C. The average yearly temperature is around 36°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 24°C and in the warmer months around 26°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Turkana in recent years was 52°C in March 2017. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 22°C in April 2023.
On average, Turkana receives 451 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the climate in other parts of Kenya? Check out the weather and climate in places like Masai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi, Mombasa, or have a look at other destinations in Kenya.
Best time to visit Turkana?
The best time to visit Turkana for sunny weather is April through August and November. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Turkana. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Turkana
The climate table of Turkana shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 36 | 38 | 37 | 35 | 35 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 36 | 36 | 35 | 36 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 8,9 | 5,4 | 31 | 89 | 48 | 34 | 31 | 17 | 17 | 52 | 91 | 26 |
| UV Index | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 36°C
- Highest temperature: 38°C in February
- Lowest temperature: 34°C in June, July and August
- Precipitation: 451 mm per year, averaging 38 mm per month
- Driest months: 5,4 mm in February, 8,9 mm in January and 17 mm in August
- Wettest months: 91 mm in November, 89 mm in April and 52 mm in October
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Average Temperature per Month in Turkana
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Turkana, Kenya. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Turkana
This graph shows how much precipitation Turkana, Kenya, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Turkana
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Turkana, Kenya. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Turkana
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Turkana, Kenya. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Turkana
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Turkana, Kenya, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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Average Weather in Turkana by Month
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