Climate Insights for Yambio

, Western Equatoria, South Sudan

Hottest
February
36°C peak
Coldest
August
21°C low
Wettest
October
171mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Yambio is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1059mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 171mm of rainfall. Yambio 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: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° Apr Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jul Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Sep Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Oct Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Nov Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Dec Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22°
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Average
Min

Yambio 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 25°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: 7mm Mar Precipitation: 47mm Apr Precipitation: 104mm May Precipitation: 121mm Jun Precipitation: 94mm Jul Precipitation: 115mm Aug Precipitation: 157mm Sep Precipitation: 155mm Oct Precipitation: 171mm Nov Precipitation: 73mm Dec Precipitation: 10mm
Precipitation

Yambio is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1059mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 171mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3mm. That's 169mm 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: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Yambio is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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, which began on March 20, 2026. Yambio 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 23 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 273mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. 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 366mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 400mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. 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 20mm 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 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
7 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
35 °C
13 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
121 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
155 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
33 °C
12 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
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