Best Time to Visit Wau, Western Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan
Wau is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Wau 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 26°C / 78.8°F in August to 30.2°C / 86.4°F in March, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (December) to 178 mm / 7 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Wau, Western Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Wau'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 | 26.9°C80.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 28.6°C83.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 30.2°C86.4°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27.5°C81.5°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26.6°C79.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Wau?
The best time to visit Wau for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 30.2°C / 86.4°F, and the driest is December with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Wau's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Wau?
The rainy season at Wau, Western Bahr el Ghazal runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 87 mm / 3.4 in. The wettest single month is August (178 mm / 7 in).
What is the driest month in Wau?
The driest month in Wau is December, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.6°C / 79.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Wau?
The least comfortable months for travel to Wau — based on point-value climate at the city — are July, August, September, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 178 mm / 7 in in August, and the coldest month averages 26°C / 78.8°F.
Is Wau climate different from South Sudan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Wau 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 Wau specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.