Best Time to Visit Bor, Jonglei, South Sudan
Bor is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Bor for sunny, dry weather is November–March — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 25.7°C / 78.3°F in July to 29.7°C / 85.5°F in March, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (January) to 153 mm / 6 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bor, Jonglei, South Sudan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Bor's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.7°C81.9°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 28.7°C83.7°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 29.7°C85.5°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27.7°C81.9°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 27.3°C81.1°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bor?
The best time to visit Bor for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 29.7°C / 85.5°F, and the driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bor's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Bor?
The rainy season at Bor, Jonglei runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 101 mm / 4 in. The wettest single month is August (153 mm / 6 in).
What is the driest month in Bor?
The driest month in Bor is January, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 27.7°C / 81.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Bor?
The least comfortable months for travel to Bor — based on point-value climate at the city — are May, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 153 mm / 6 in in August, and the coldest month averages 25.7°C / 78.3°F.
Is Bor climate different from South Sudan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Bor figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our South Sudan figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Bor specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.