Climate Insights for Nyala

South Darfur, Sudan

Hottest
May
39°C peak102°F peak
Coldest
January
16°C low61°F low
Wettest
August
123 mm rain4.8 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Nyala is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 303 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 123 mm of rainfall. Nyala is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, March. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.The climate in Nyala is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 11.9 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 4.8 in of rainfall. Nyala is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, March. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 61°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°FebMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°MarMax: 37°Average: 29°Min: 22°AprMax: 39°Average: 31°Min: 24°MayMax: 39°Average: 32°Min: 26°JunMax: 36°Average: 30°Min: 25°JulMax: 33°Average: 27°Min: 23°AugMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 22°SepMax: 33°Average: 27°Min: 23°OctMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 24°NovMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 22°DecMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 86°FAverage: 73°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 90°FAverage: 76°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 98°FAverage: 84°FMin: 72°FAprMax: 101°FAverage: 88°FMin: 76°FMayMax: 102°FAverage: 90°FMin: 78°FJunMax: 98°FAverage: 87°FMin: 78°FJulMax: 91°FAverage: 81°FMin: 74°FAugMax: 87°FAverage: 79°FMin: 72°FSepMax: 91°FAverage: 81°FMin: 74°FOctMax: 96°FAverage: 84°FMin: 74°FNovMax: 93°FAverage: 81°FMin: 71°FDecMax: 88°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°F
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Temperatures in Nyala vary considerably across the year, with a 23°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 16°C and an average of 23°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 Nyala vary considerably across the year, with a 41°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 61°F and an average of 73°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 1mmMayPrecipitation: 9mmJunPrecipitation: 23mmJulPrecipitation: 78mmAugPrecipitation: 123mmSepPrecipitation: 54mmOctPrecipitation: 16mmNovPrecipitation: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 0mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0inFebPrecipitation: 0inMarPrecipitation: 0inAprPrecipitation: 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.3inJunPrecipitation: 0.9inJulPrecipitation: 3.1inAugPrecipitation: 4.8inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inNovPrecipitation: 0inDecPrecipitation: 0in
Precipitation

Nyala is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 303 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 25 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 123 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 123 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.Nyala is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 11.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 4.8 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: 18km/hFebWind Speed: 18km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Nyala is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Nyala is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar29°84°F
Apr31°88°F
May32°90°F
Jun30°87°F
Jul27°81°F
Aug26°79°F
Sep27°81°F
Oct29°84°F
Nov27°81°F
Dec24°75°F

The best time to visit Nyala is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°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 Nyala is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°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 Nyala 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 Nyala 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
16 °C61 °F
30 °C86 °F
18 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
32 °C90 °F
18 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
22 °C72 °F
37 °C98 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C76 °F
39 °C101 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
May
26 °C78 °F
39 °C102 °F
10 km/h6 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
25 °C78 °F
36 °C98 °F
11 km/h7 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
23 °C74 °F
33 °C91 °F
12 km/h7 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C72 °F
31 °C87 °F
10 km/h6 mph
123 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
23 °C74 °F
33 °C91 °F
8 km/h5 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C74 °F
36 °C96 °F
10 km/h6 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C71 °F
34 °C93 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C65 °F
31 °C88 °F
17 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in