Climate Insights for Raja

Western Bahr el Ghazal State, South Sudan

Hottest
March
39°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
August
168mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Raja is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 686mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 168mm of rainfall. Raja 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: 35° Average: 27° Min: 21° Feb Max: 37° Average: 29° Min: 22° Mar Max: 39° Average: 32° Min: 25° Apr Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 26° May Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 26° Jun Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Aug Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Nov Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 22° Dec Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Raja sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 39°C. March 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 21°C and an average of 27°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: 15mm May Precipitation: 52mm Jun Precipitation: 107mm Jul Precipitation: 133mm Aug Precipitation: 168mm Sep Precipitation: 133mm Oct Precipitation: 66mm Nov Precipitation: 7mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm
Precipitation

Raja is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 686mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 168mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 168mm 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: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Raja 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 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 11km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 7km/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 Raja, which began on June 21, 2026. Raja 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 39°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (3 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 39°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 70mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 409mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 206mm for the season, averaging 69mm 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 21 to 37°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 Raja 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
21 °C
35 °C
11 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
37 °C
11 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
39 °C
9 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
38 °C
9 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
36 °C
9 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
33 °C
8 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
168 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
22 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
35 °C
8 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
35 °C
10 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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