Climate Insights for Yambio Airport

, Western Equatoria, South Sudan

Hottest
February
36°C peak
Coldest
August
21°C low
Wettest
October
199mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Yambio Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1247mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 199mm of rainfall. Yambio Airport 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: 29° Min: 23° Feb Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 24° Mar Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 24° Apr Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° May Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Sep Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Oct Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Nov Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Dec Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Yambio Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 36°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 3mm Feb Precipitation: 8mm Mar Precipitation: 61mm Apr Precipitation: 124mm May Precipitation: 142mm Jun Precipitation: 117mm Jul Precipitation: 138mm Aug Precipitation: 173mm Sep Precipitation: 180mm Oct Precipitation: 199mm Nov Precipitation: 89mm Dec Precipitation: 12mm
Precipitation

Yambio Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1247mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 199mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3mm. That's 196mm 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

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: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Yambio Airport 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 March, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8km/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 12km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Yambio Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Yambio Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 21°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 327mm across the season with a monthly average of 109mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 428mm across the season with a monthly average of 143mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 468mm across the season with a monthly average of 156mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 24mm 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 Yambio Airport 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
23 °C
35 °C
12 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
36 °C
13 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
61 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
138 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
180 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
199 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
89 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
33 °C
12 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
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