Climate Insights for Port Sudan
Red Sea State, Sudan
Climate Overview
The climate in Port Sudan is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 166 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 55 mm of rainfall. Port Sudan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Port Sudan is hot. The average annual temperature is 84°F and approximately 6.5 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Port Sudan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 68°F.
Temperature
Port Sudan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 39°C. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 35°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Port Sudan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 68°F to 102°F. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 102°F and an average of 94°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Port Sudan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 166 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 55 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 55 mm less than November, 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.Port Sudan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 6.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.6 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 2.2 in less than November, 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
Port Sudan 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 January, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Port Sudan 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 January, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Port Sudan is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 20 mm per month. By contrast, July 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 Port Sudan is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. By contrast, July 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 Port Sudan 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 Port Sudan 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.