Climate Insights for Abyei

West Kordufan, South Sudan

Hottest
March
41°C peak105°F peak
Coldest
January
22°C low72°F low
Wettest
August
179 mm rain7 in rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Abyei is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 602 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 179 mm of rainfall. Abyei sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Abyei is hot. The average annual temperature is 86°F and approximately 23.7 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 7 in of rainfall. Abyei sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°50°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 37°Average: 29°Min: 22°FebMax: 38°Average: 31°Min: 24°MarMax: 41°Average: 33°Min: 27°AprMax: 40°Average: 34°Min: 28°MayMax: 38°Average: 32°Min: 28°JunMax: 35°Average: 30°Min: 25°JulMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 24°AugMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°SepMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 23°OctMax: 34°Average: 29°Min: 24°NovMax: 37°Average: 30°Min: 25°DecMax: 37°Average: 30°Min: 23°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 98°FAverage: 84°FMin: 72°FFebMax: 101°FAverage: 88°FMin: 75°FMarMax: 105°FAverage: 92°FMin: 80°FAprMax: 104°FAverage: 93°FMin: 82°FMayMax: 101°FAverage: 90°FMin: 82°FJunMax: 95°FAverage: 85°FMin: 78°FJulMax: 89°FAverage: 81°FMin: 74°FAugMax: 86°FAverage: 79°FMin: 73°FSepMax: 88°FAverage: 80°FMin: 73°FOctMax: 93°FAverage: 83°FMin: 75°FNovMax: 99°FAverage: 87°FMin: 76°FDecMax: 98°FAverage: 85°FMin: 74°F
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Average
Min

Abyei sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 41°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 41°C and an average of 33°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 29°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Abyei sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 72°F to 105°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 105°F and an average of 92°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 84°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 2mmAprPrecipitation: 11mmMayPrecipitation: 39mmJunPrecipitation: 62mmJulPrecipitation: 145mmAugPrecipitation: 179mmSepPrecipitation: 116mmOctPrecipitation: 45mmNovPrecipitation: 3mmDecPrecipitation: 0mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0inFebPrecipitation: 0inMarPrecipitation: 0.1inAprPrecipitation: 0.4inMayPrecipitation: 1.5inJunPrecipitation: 2.4inJulPrecipitation: 5.7inAugPrecipitation: 7inSepPrecipitation: 4.6inOctPrecipitation: 1.8inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0in
Precipitation

Abyei is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 602 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 50 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 179 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 179 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.Abyei is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 7 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 7 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 7km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Abyei is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6km/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 13km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Abyei is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph 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 8mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Abyei 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 Abyei 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
22 °C72 °F
37 °C98 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
24 °C75 °F
38 °C101 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
27 °C80 °F
41 °C105 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
28 °C82 °F
40 °C104 °F
10 km/h6 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
28 °C82 °F
38 °C101 °F
10 km/h6 mph
39 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
25 °C78 °F
35 °C95 °F
10 km/h6 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
24 °C74 °F
31 °C89 °F
9 km/h5 mph
145 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C73 °F
30 °C86 °F
7 km/h4 mph
179 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
23 °C73 °F
31 °C88 °F
7 km/h4 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C75 °F
34 °C93 °F
7 km/h4 mph
45 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
25 °C76 °F
37 °C99 °F
9 km/h6 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
23 °C74 °F
37 °C98 °F
12 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in