Climate Overview
The climate in Al Qadarif is hot. The average annual temperature is 30°C and approximately 458mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 183mm of rainfall. Al Qadarif is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.
Temperature
Temperatures in Al Qadarif vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 42°C and an average of 34°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Al Qadarif is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 458mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 183mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 183mm 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
Al Qadarif is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
3 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Al Qadarif, which began on March 20, 2026. Al Qadarif is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 42°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 24 to 42°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 23 to 38°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 351mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 24 to 38°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 67mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 20 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Al Qadarif 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.
