Climate Insights for Malakal

The climate in Malakal is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 608 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 168 mm of rainfall. Malakal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Malakal is hot. The average annual temperature is 85°F and approximately 23.9 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 6.6 in of rainfall. Malakal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Malakal 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 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.Malakal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 73°F to 105°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 105°F and an average of 93°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 73°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Malakal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 608 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 51 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 168 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 168 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.Malakal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 6.6 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 6.6 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.

Malakal 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 15km/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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/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 14km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Malakal 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 9mph, 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 5mph 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 9mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Malakal 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 Malakal 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.