Climate Insights for Omdurman

Al Khartum State, Sudan

Hottest
May
41°C peak106°F peak
Coldest
January
16°C low60°F low
Wettest
August
26 mm rain1 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Omdurman is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 46 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 26 mm of rainfall. Omdurman is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, April. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.The climate in Omdurman is hot. The average annual temperature is 86°F and approximately 1.8 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 1 in of rainfall. Omdurman is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, April. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 60°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°50°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°FebMax: 32°Average: 24°Min: 17°MarMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 20°AprMax: 39°Average: 32°Min: 24°MayMax: 41°Average: 35°Min: 27°JunMax: 41°Average: 35°Min: 28°JulMax: 38°Average: 33°Min: 27°AugMax: 36°Average: 31°Min: 26°SepMax: 39°Average: 33°Min: 27°OctMax: 39°Average: 33°Min: 26°NovMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 21°DecMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 86°FAverage: 73°FMin: 60°FFebMax: 89°FAverage: 76°FMin: 63°FMarMax: 97°FAverage: 83°FMin: 69°FAprMax: 103°FAverage: 90°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 106°FAverage: 94°FMin: 81°FJunMax: 105°FAverage: 95°FMin: 82°FJulMax: 101°FAverage: 91°FMin: 81°FAugMax: 97°FAverage: 88°FMin: 79°FSepMax: 102°FAverage: 92°FMin: 81°FOctMax: 101°FAverage: 91°FMin: 79°FNovMax: 95°FAverage: 83°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 63°F
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Temperatures in Omdurman vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 41°C and an average of 35°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 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Omdurman vary considerably across the year, with a 46°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. May is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 106°F and an average of 94°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 73°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 9mmAugPrecipitation: 26mmSepPrecipitation: 4mmOctPrecipitation: 3mmNovPrecipitation: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 0mm
Precipitation
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Precipitation

Omdurman is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 46 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 26 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 26 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.Omdurman is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 1.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 1 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 1 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/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 20km/hFebWind Speed: 21km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 18km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 17km/hJulWind Speed: 21km/hAugWind Speed: 19km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 18km/hDecWind Speed: 19km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 13mphAugWind Speed: 12mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

Omdurman is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Omdurman is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb24°76°F
Mar29°83°F
Apr32°90°F
May35°94°F
Jun35°95°F
Jul33°91°F
Aug31°88°F
Sep33°92°F
Oct33°91°F
Nov28°83°F
Dec24°76°F

The best time to visit Omdurman 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 41°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Omdurman 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 106°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 Omdurman 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 Omdurman 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 °C60 °F
30 °C86 °F
20 km/h13 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C63 °F
32 °C89 °F
21 km/h13 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C69 °F
36 °C97 °F
20 km/h12 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
39 °C103 °F
18 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
May
27 °C81 °F
41 °C106 °F
16 km/h10 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
28 °C82 °F
41 °C105 °F
17 km/h11 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
27 °C81 °F
38 °C101 °F
21 km/h13 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C79 °F
36 °C97 °F
19 km/h12 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
27 °C81 °F
39 °C102 °F
15 km/h9 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
26 °C79 °F
39 °C101 °F
15 km/h9 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
35 °C95 °F
18 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
31 °C88 °F
19 km/h12 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in