Climate Insights for Kafia Kingi

Western Bahr el Ghazal State, South Sudan

Hottest
April
39°C peak
Coldest
January
19°C low
Wettest
August
163mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kafia Kingi is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 643mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 163mm of rainfall. Kafia Kingi 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: 34° Average: 26° Min: 19° Feb Max: 36° Average: 28° Min: 21° Mar Max: 39° Average: 31° Min: 24° Apr Max: 39° Average: 32° Min: 26° May Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 26° Jun Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 23° Jul Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 22° Nov Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 22° Dec Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Kafia Kingi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 39°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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: 2mm Apr Precipitation: 6mm May Precipitation: 47mm Jun Precipitation: 91mm Jul Precipitation: 144mm Aug Precipitation: 163mm Sep Precipitation: 134mm Oct Precipitation: 52mm Nov Precipitation: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Kafia Kingi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 643mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 54mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 163mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 163mm 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: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Kafia Kingi 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 February, 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, 9km/h in summer, 8km/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 Kafia Kingi, which began on June 21, 2026. Kafia Kingi sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 39°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (3 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 39°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 55mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. 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 21 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 398mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 189mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 36°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 Kafia Kingi 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
19 °C
34 °C
12 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
36 °C
12 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
39 °C
11 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
39 °C
10 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
37 °C
10 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
33 °C
9 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
22 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
134 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
35 °C
10 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
35 °C
11 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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