Loriu PlateauWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Loriu Plateau
Dry-season months are typically the most accessible for travel in northern Kenya.
Dry season
January-March & July-September · 25-35°C (77-95°F)
Clear skies and easier overland travel, though daytime heat can be intense.
Short rains/long rains
April-June & October-December · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Unpredictable rains can make tracks impassable; dramatic light and green season.
Weather & Climate near Loriu Plateau
Climate
Loriu Plateau's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 35°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 65
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruarySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 19° - 35° | 27° | 11 mm | clear | 38% | 2.5 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 11.9h |
| February | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 28° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 36% | 2.8 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 11.9h |
| March | Ideal | 21° - 35° | 28° | 30 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 2.7 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 21° - 34° | 28° | 67 mm | some cloud | 48% | 2.2 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.1h |
| May | Excellent | 20° - 34° | 28° | 48 mm | mostly sunny | 48% | 2.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.1h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 34° | 27° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 46% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 33° | 26° | 26 mm | mostly sunny | 46% | 2.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 33° | 26° | 20 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 2.4 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.1h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 34° | 27° | 8 mm | clear | 39% | 1.7 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 27° | 14 mm | some cloud | 41% | 2.2 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| November | Excellent | 20° - 34° | 27° | 37 mm | some cloud | 48% | 2.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| December | Ideal | 19° - 34° | 27° | 20 mm | mostly sunny | 44% | 2.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Loriu Plateau
Access to the Loriu Plateau is via road from Lodwar or Lokichoggio in Turkana County. Travel requires 4WD and local guidance; regional security and humanitarian advisories should be checked before travel.
Tips for Visiting Loriu Plateau
- Work with local authorities and guides - the region is remote and requires logistical planning for water and shelter.
- Be prepared for hot daytime temperatures and cool nights; water conservation is essential.
- Respect any seasonal closures or pastoral grazing zones used by local communities.