Sudan

Sudan Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Sudan, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Malakal Juba Geneina Wadi Halfa

Climate overview of Sudan

Sudan has a tropical climate. Summer temperatures often exceed 43°C (109°F) in the desert zones, and rainfall is negligible. Dust storms frequently occur in desert zone. High temperatures also occur in the south throughout the central plains region, but the humidity is generally low. In Khartoum the average annual temperature is about 27°C (81°F); and annual rainfall, most of which occurs between mid-June and September, is about 254 mm (10 in).

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Malakal Juba Geneina Wadi Halfa Damazine

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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.


Malakal	31°C (88°F) – 41°C (106°F)	23°C (73°F) – 28°C (82°F)	875 mm (34 in)	2,779 hours
Juba	31°C (88°F) – 39°C (102°F)	22°C (72°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1139 mm (45 in)	2,693 hours
Geneina	31°C (88°F) – 39°C (102°F)	14°C (57°F) – 24°C (75°F)	562 mm (22 in)	3,362 hours
Wadi Halfa	24°C (75°F) – 42°C (108°F)	11°C (52°F) – 28°C (82°F)	1.8 mm (0.1 in)	3,688 hours
Damazine	32°C (90°F) – 42°C (108°F)	21°C (70°F) – 27°C (81°F)	564 mm (22 in)	3,008 hours

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit Sudan?

The warmest month in Damazine is April, with daytime highs of 42°C (108°F). Wadi Halfa is the sunniest destination, with 332 hours of sunshine in July. Sudan has a distinct dry season from November to April. Explore Sudan weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Sudan?

Damazine is the warmest destination, reaching 42°C (108°F) in April with nights around 27°C (81°F). Wadi Halfa is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 24°C (75°F) and nights dropping to 11°C (52°F). See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Sudan get?

Rainfall varies across Sudan. Juba is the wettest, receiving 1139 mm (45 in) per year, with October the wettest month at 187 mm (7.4 in). Wadi Halfa is the driest at 1.8 mm (0.1 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Sudan?

Wadi Halfa is the sunniest destination in Sudan, enjoying 3,688 hours of sunshine per year, with July the brightest month at 332 hours. Overall, Sudan enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Sudan?

Malakal has very hot summers reaching 41°C (106°F) in March and very warm winters dropping to 31°C (88°F), with 2,779 hours of sunshine and 875 mm (34 in) of rain per year. Juba has very hot summers reaching 39°C (102°F) in February and very warm winters dropping to 31°C (88°F), with 2,693 hours of sunshine and 1139 mm (45 in) of rain per year. Geneina has very hot summers reaching 39°C (102°F) in April and very warm winters dropping to 31°C (88°F), with 3,362 hours of sunshine and 562 mm (22 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.