Overview of South Sudan Weather
South Sudan is a landlocked country located in northeastern Africa. It is bordered by Sudan to the north, Ethiopia to the east, Kenya to the south, Uganda to the southwest, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west. South Sudan has a tropical climate with two rainy seasons. The first rainy season, which lasts from May to October, is known as the belg. The second rainy season, which lasts from November to April, is known as the kiremt.
The average annual temperature in South Sudan is 27 degrees Celsius (80 degrees Fahrenheit). The average monthly temperature ranges from 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit) in January to 34 degrees Celsius (93 degrees Fahrenheit) in August.
The belg rains bring heavy rains and strong winds to South Sudan. These rains can cause flooding and damage to crops. The kiremt rains are usually lighter and do not last as long as the belg rains.
The best time to visit South Sudan is during the dry season, which runs from December to April. This is the coolest time of year, with temperatures averaging 24 degrees Celsius (75 degrees Fahrenheit).
