Climate Insights for Aweil

Northern Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan

Hottest
March
40°C peak
Coldest
January
22°C low
Wettest
August
176mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Aweil is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 653mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 176mm of rainfall. Aweil 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: 36° Average: 29° Min: 22° Feb Max: 38° Average: 30° Min: 24° Mar Max: 40° Average: 33° Min: 26° Apr Max: 40° Average: 33° Min: 27° May Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 27° Jun Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° Jul Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Nov Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 24° Dec Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 23°
Max
Average
Min

Aweil sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 40°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 40°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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 4mm Apr Precipitation: 13mm May Precipitation: 46mm Jun Precipitation: 80mm Jul Precipitation: 147mm Aug Precipitation: 176mm Sep Precipitation: 126mm Oct Precipitation: 55mm Nov Precipitation: 5mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Aweil is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 653mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 54mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 176mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 176mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Aweil is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 6km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

3 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Aweil, which began on June 21, 2026. Aweil 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 January near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (3 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 40°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 63mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 403mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 36°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 187mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 Aweil 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
22 °C
36 °C
12 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
38 °C
12 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
40 °C
10 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
40 °C
10 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
38 °C
10 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
34 °C
9 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
147 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
176 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
23 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
33 °C
7 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
36 °C
9 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
36 °C
11 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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