Wadi Halfa Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Wadi Halfa experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very hot days
to warm weather.
It experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation, with almost no rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Wadi Halfa is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 42°C in August to a comfortable 24°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 11°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Wadi Halfa is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 1.8 mm. Precipitation levels in Wadi Halfa remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 0.4 mm over 0 days. In June, this drops slightly to 0 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
If you're planning a trip to Wadi Halfa, rest assured that sunshine is an important factor. With peak sunshine in July at 11.1 hours daily and a slight dip to 9.2 hours in February, it maintains a sunny destination year-round. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Wadi Halfa.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 43%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 20%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s to 4 m/s. It is lower in July and higher in February, March, April, May, September, October and November.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
clear and no rain clear and no rain partly cloudy and no rainForecast for Wadi Halfa
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Wadi Halfa in Sudan
During the months of January and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 42°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 0 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 332 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
