Climate Insights for Nzara
Western Equatoria, South Sudan
Climate Overview
The climate in Nzara is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,058 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 172 mm of rainfall. Nzara sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Nzara is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 41.6 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 6.8 in of rainfall. Nzara sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Nzara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 37°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 30°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Nzara sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 98°F. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 98°F and an average of 86°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Nzara is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,058 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 172 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3 mm. That's 169 mm less than October, 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.Nzara is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 6.8 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.1 in. That's 6.7 in less than October, 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
Nzara is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/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 8km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Nzara is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph 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 5mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nzara 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 Nzara 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.