Climate Insights for Akobo Airport

, Jonglei, South Sudan

Hottest
March
40°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
July
146mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Akobo Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 692mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 146mm of rainfall. Akobo Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 25° Feb Max: 39° Average: 33° Min: 27° Mar Max: 40° Average: 34° Min: 29° Apr Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 28° May Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 26° Jun Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jul Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Oct Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Nov Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 25° Dec Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 25°
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Akobo Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 40°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 40°C and an average of 34°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 7mm Apr Precipitation: 34mm May Precipitation: 80mm Jun Precipitation: 105mm Jul Precipitation: 146mm Aug Precipitation: 130mm Sep Precipitation: 87mm Oct Precipitation: 85mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Akobo Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 692mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 58mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 146mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 146mm less than July, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 18km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 19km/h May Wind Speed: 16km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Akobo Airport 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 April, averaging 19km/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 8km/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 17km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Akobo Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Akobo Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 40°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 23°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 40°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 121mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 380mm across the season with a monthly average of 127mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 189mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 39°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Akobo Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
25 °C
38 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
39 °C
18 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
29 °C
40 °C
18 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Apr
28 °C
38 °C
19 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
35 °C
16 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
105 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
146 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
33 °C
11 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
35 °C
12 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
37 °C
15 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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