Climate Insights for El-Obeid

Sheikan, North Kordufan, Sudan

Hottest
May
39°C peak102°F peak
Coldest
January
15°C low60°F low
Wettest
August
86 mm rain3.4 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in El-Obeid is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 185 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 86 mm of rainfall. El-Obeid is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in El-Obeid is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 7.3 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 3.4 in of rainfall. El-Obeid is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 60°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°FebMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 17°MarMax: 36°Average: 28°Min: 21°AprMax: 39°Average: 31°Min: 24°MayMax: 39°Average: 32°Min: 26°JunMax: 37°Average: 31°Min: 26°JulMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 25°AugMax: 32°Average: 27°Min: 24°SepMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 24°OctMax: 36°Average: 30°Min: 24°NovMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 21°DecMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FFebMax: 89°FAverage: 75°FMin: 63°FMarMax: 97°FAverage: 83°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 101°FAverage: 88°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 102°FAverage: 90°FMin: 79°FJunMax: 99°FAverage: 89°FMin: 79°FJulMax: 95°FAverage: 85°FMin: 77°FAugMax: 90°FAverage: 81°FMin: 75°FSepMax: 95°FAverage: 84°FMin: 76°FOctMax: 97°FAverage: 86°FMin: 76°FNovMax: 93°FAverage: 81°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 87°FAverage: 74°FMin: 63°F
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Temperatures in El-Obeid vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in El-Obeid vary considerably across the year, with a 42°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 102°F and an average of 90°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 19mmJulPrecipitation: 38mmAugPrecipitation: 86mmSepPrecipitation: 28mmOctPrecipitation: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 0mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0inFebPrecipitation: 0inMarPrecipitation: 0inAprPrecipitation: 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.8inJulPrecipitation: 1.5inAugPrecipitation: 3.4inSepPrecipitation: 1.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 0inDecPrecipitation: 0in
Precipitation

El-Obeid is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 185 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 15 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 86 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 86 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.El-Obeid is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 7.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.6 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 3.4 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16km/hFebWind Speed: 16km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

El-Obeid is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.El-Obeid is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan22°71°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar28°83°F
Apr31°88°F
May32°90°F
Jun31°89°F
Jul29°85°F
Aug27°81°F
Sep29°84°F
Oct30°86°F
Nov27°81°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit El-Obeid is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 39°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit El-Obeid is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 102°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for El-Obeid based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for El-Obeid based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C60 °F
29 °C85 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C63 °F
31 °C89 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
36 °C97 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
39 °C101 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
May
26 °C79 °F
39 °C102 °F
11 km/h7 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
26 °C79 °F
37 °C99 °F
14 km/h9 mph
19 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
25 °C77 °F
35 °C95 °F
16 km/h10 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
24 °C75 °F
32 °C90 °F
13 km/h8 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
24 °C76 °F
35 °C95 °F
12 km/h7 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C76 °F
36 °C97 °F
11 km/h7 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
34 °C93 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
31 °C87 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in