Climate Insights for Nyal
Panyijar, Unity, South Sudan
Climate Overview
The climate in Nyal is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 725 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 172 mm of rainfall. Nyal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Nyal is hot. The average annual temperature is 85°F and approximately 28.5 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 6.8 in of rainfall. Nyal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Nyal 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 33°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.Nyal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 73°F to 103°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 103°F and an average of 92°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 73°F and an average of 79°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Nyal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 725 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 172 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 172 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.Nyal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 28.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 6.8 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 6.8 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
Nyal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 11km/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 5km/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 10km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Nyal is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 6mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nyal 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 Nyal 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.