The climate of Sudan
The current climate in Sudan features temperatures ranging from a high of 40°C to a low of 31°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 37°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 17°C and in the warmer months around 28°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Sudan.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Sudan in recent years was 46°C in May 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 20°C in January 2015.
Rainfall amount
On average, Sudan receives 147 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Sudan is based on weather data from Khartoum. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Sudan to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Sudan?
The best time to visit Sudan for mild to warm weather is January, February and December. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Sudan.
Climate Table of Sudan
The climate table of Sudan shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Temp. max (°C) | 31 | 34 | 38 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 38 | 36 | 38 | 39 | 36 | 32 |
Temp. min (°C) | 17 | 20 | 23 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 18 |
Precipitation | - | - | - | |||||||||
Precipitation (mm) | 0 | 0 | 0,2 | 0,1 | 17 | 17 | 37 | 52 | 16 | 7,2 | 0,2 | 0 |
UV Index | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Sudan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Sudan
Yearly Temperature in Sudan
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in 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.
Average Precipitation per Month in Sudan
Total Yearly Precipitation in Sudan
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Sudan. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Sudan
Weather experiences in Sudan
The weather in Sudan is rated an average of 4,3 out of 5 stars by 12 visitors. Have you been to Sudan? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Precipitation is rare, making it ideal for outdoor recreation. Too warm for swimming, but ideal for sunbathers.
The sun is shining brightly, the sky is clear; Ideal for sunbathing. Thanks to the light breeze, it is not so hot. A truly ideal place for sunbathing!
Just make sure you have enough water to hydrate!
Although the weather was warmer than expected, it was still mild compared to other months. There was plenty of sunshine, but swimming in the Red Sea was a bit cold.
February in Sudan was dry and sunny, with temperatures around 30 degrees - perfect for sun worshippers like me! The lack of shade was a bit intense. Don't forget sunscreen!
It can be very hot, so be sure to drink plenty of water!
June was a spectacular, truly sunny month in Sudan with unprecedented temperatures averaging above 40 degrees. The endless sunny days with bright blue skies encouraged us to relax to the fullest.
Ideal for a sunny vacation! However, it can be very hot during the day. Therefore, bring plenty of sun protection.
Although I love the heat, sometimes it was too much. Although the evenings were more pleasant.
Beautiful weather in Sudan. Sunshine all day, very hot, but we knew that. A really sunny place, intense heat, occasional small sandstorms, but manageable.
Keep in mind that it can be very hot, so sunscreen and plenty of water are essential.
The sun shone almost every day and the temperature was pleasant. We had no rain, but it was very dry. Make sure you have plenty of water!
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Average weather in Sudan by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sudan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.