Sudan

Sudan Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Sudan in December

Sudan has a wide variety of climate types. During December, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Wadi Halfa at 25°C (77°F) to very hot in Damazine at 37°C (99°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Damazine and 13°C (55°F) in Wadi Halfa. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Sudan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Geneina with an average of 0 mm (0 in) to low rainfall in Juba with 11 mm (0.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this December. For example, Damazine gets approximately 295 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Sudan by month

Best Places to Visit in Sudan in December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Sudan?

Temperature range in Sudan (December)

Precipitation variation in Sudan (December)

Damazine

In December Damazine generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
295 hours
304 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Geneina

In December Geneina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
315 hours
319 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Juba

In December Juba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
260 hours
279 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Malakal

In December Malakal generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
298 hours
295 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Wadi Halfa

In December Wadi Halfa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
303 hours
295 hours
304 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Sudan December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Sudan in our climate database (1999 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Sudan was 13°C (55°F) in Wadi Halfa on December 11, 2004.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Malakal 37°C (99°F) 23°C (73°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Juba 36°C (97°F) 24°C (75°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Geneina 31°C (88°F) 15°C (59°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Wadi Halfa 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Damazine 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)

Sudan weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sudan in December?

Sudan typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Damazine average around 37°C (99°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Sudan in December?

Daytime temperatures in Damazine peak at roughly 37°C (99°F) in December, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does Sudan get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Sudan during December, with Damazine averaging close to 0.1 mm (0 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Sudan?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Damazine, December may not be the ideal time to visit Sudan.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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