Sudan

Sudan Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sudan in August.

Planning a trip to Sudan this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Sudan in August

Sudan offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very warm in Geneina at 31°C (88°F) to very hot in Wadi Halfa at 42°C (108°F). At night it cools down to 28°C (82°F) in Wadi Halfa and 21°C (70°F) in Geneina. During this period, Damazine experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sudan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Wadi Halfa with an average of 0.4 mm (0.02 in) to heavy rainfall in Geneina with 234 mm (9.2 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Damazine.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Damazine typically sees 183 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Sudan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sudan - and find the best time to visit. (based on Malakal)

Best Places to Visit in Sudan in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sudan.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Sudan

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Sudan?

Temperature range in Sudan (August)

Precipitation variation in Sudan (August)

Damazine

In August Damazine generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
183 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Geneina

In August Geneina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
211 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Juba

In August Juba generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
205 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Malakal

In August Malakal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
171 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Wadi Halfa

In August Wadi Halfa generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
41°C (106°F)
42°C (108°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
332 hours
322 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sudan in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Malakal 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Juba 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Geneina 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Wadi Halfa 42°C (108°F) 28°C (82°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Damazine 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)

Sudan weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sudan in August?

Expect mixed weather across Sudan in August. The popular destination of Damazine averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Sudan in August?

Average temperatures in Sudan during August range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Damazine.

Does Sudan get a lot of rain in August?

Damazine typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 148 mm (5.8 in) on average across Sudan.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Sudan?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Sudan with overall good weather in Damazine. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly mixed weather in Damazine.

Interested in more climate information?

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