Lake Natron’s temperature is usually above 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). The surrounding region experiences erratic seasonal rainfall, with an annual total of 800 mm (31 inches) falling primarily between May and December. Lake Natron has a breadth of 57km (35 miles) and is 22 km (14 miles) broad at its widest point. It is relatively shallow, measuring only up to three meters (9.8 feet) deep, and its breadth changes depending on the water level. The Southern Ewaso Ng’iro River, which originates from central Kenya, and hot springs rich in minerals are the main sources of water supply for the Lake Natron. Satellite image of the lake on 6 March 2017

The lake is located inside Lake Natron Basin, which is a Ramsar Site wetland of worldwide importance. It is located in the Gregory Rift, which is part of the East African Rift Valley‘s eastern branch. Lake Natron is an alkaline or saline lake in Tanzania’s Arusha Region, located in the north Ngorongoro District. 1.3 Threats to the Environment and Preservation Surrounding Lake Natron.1 Lake Natron – Flora, Fauna, Preservation, Visiting and More.

Lake natron color