The weather in January in South Sudan
It's hot in January in South Sudan with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
January isn’t a good month to be in South Sudan. The average temperature of 37°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for South Sudan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 41°C in 2014, South Sudan reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 2,3 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for South Sudan
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in South Sudan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| South Sudan | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 37°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 2,3 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in South Sudan with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 37°C, with nights around 24°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in South Sudan is around 38°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in South Sudan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in South Sudan
Temperature in January in South Sudan over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in South Sudan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in South Sudan
Total precipitation in January in South Sudan over the years
Daily UV index in January in South Sudan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in South Sudan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in South Sudan by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for South Sudan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.