Best Time to Visit Yei, Central Equatoria, South Sudan
Yei is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Yei for sunny, dry weather is December–February — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through September and November–April; the wetter half falls in May–August and October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 23°C / 73.4°F in July to 26.2°C / 79.2°F in March, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in (January) to 188 mm / 7.4 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Yei, Central Equatoria, South Sudan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Yei'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 | 25°C77°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| February | 26.1°C79°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 24.2°C75.6°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Yei?
The best time to visit Yei for sunny, dry weather is January, February, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 26.2°C / 79.2°F, and the driest is January with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Yei's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Yei?
The rainy season at Yei, Central Equatoria runs through May–August and October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 153 mm / 6 in. The wettest single month is August (188 mm / 7.4 in).
What is the driest month in Yei?
The driest month in Yei is January, averaging about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25°C / 77°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Yei?
The least comfortable months for travel to Yei — based on point-value climate at the city — are May, June, July, August, September, October. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 188 mm / 7.4 in in August, and the coldest month averages 23°C / 73.4°F.
Is Yei climate different from South Sudan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Yei 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 Yei specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.