Best Time to Visit Geneina, West Soudan, Sudan
Geneina is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Geneina for sunny, dry weather is October–June — 9 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 21.5°C / 70.7°F in January to 30°C / 86°F in May, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (January) to 162 mm / 6.4 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Geneina, West Soudan, Sudan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Geneina's climate is broadly hot arid. 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 | 21.5°C70.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 23.6°C74.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 26.7°C80.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 29°C84.2°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 30°C86°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 29.3°C84.7°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 26.6°C79.9°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24°C75.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 21.7°C71.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Geneina?
The best time to visit Geneina for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 30°C / 86°F, and the driest is January with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Geneina's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Geneina?
The rainy season at Geneina, West Soudan runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 12 mm / 0.5 in. The wettest single month is August (162 mm / 6.4 in).
What is the driest month in Geneina?
The driest month in Geneina is January, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.5°C / 70.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Geneina?
The least comfortable months for travel to Geneina — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, July, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 162 mm / 6.4 in in August, and the coldest month averages 21.5°C / 70.7°F.
Is Geneina climate different from Sudan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Geneina figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our 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 Geneina specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.