Climate of Jonglei, South Sudan
Area-weighted average across Jonglei. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Jonglei, a subdivision of South Sudan, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 25.7°C / 78.3°F in August to 30°C / 86°F in March, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 158 mm / 6.2 in depending on the season (882 mm / 34.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.5°C81.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 28.8°C83.8°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 30°C86°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 29.5°C85.1°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| May | 27.5°C81.5°F | 110 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.6°C79.9°F | 116 mm4.6″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.8°C78.4°F | 152 mm6″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.7°C78.3°F | 158 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.3°C79.3°F | 127 mm5″ | Tropical |
| October | 27.4°C81.3°F | 84 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 27.2°C81°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26.8°C80.2°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Jonglei?
The best months to visit Jonglei, South Sudan for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, November, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 30°C / 86°F, and the driest is January with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Jonglei?
Jonglei, South Sudan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.7°C / 78.3°F in August to 30°C / 86°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 882 mm / 34.7 in, with the wettest month being August (158 mm / 6.2 in) and the driest January (5 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Jonglei?
The hottest month in Jonglei is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 30°C / 86°F.
What is the coldest month in Jonglei?
The coldest month in Jonglei is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.7°C / 78.3°F.
When does it rain most in Jonglei?
The wettest month in Jonglei is August, averaging about 158 mm / 6.2 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.