Juba Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Juba.

Climate overview of Juba

Temperatures in Juba, Sudan, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is February at 39°C (102°F), and the coolest is August at 31°C (88°F).

With around 1139 mm (45 in) of annual rainfall, Juba has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct dry season from December to March. The wettest month is October. January is the sunniest month, averaging 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.

Juba Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Juba — and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Juba

The climate in Juba experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 39°C (102°F) in February. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 31°C (88°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in February to 22°C (72°F) in August.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Juba

Juba has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1139 mm (45 in) of rainfall per year. Juba can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 187 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 4.6 mm (0.2 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Juba Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Juba

Juba experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 9.3 hours daily sunshine in January, it dips to 6.1 hours in July, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Juba by Month

Wind Speed in Juba

Best Time to Visit Juba

With its warm weather, Juba experiences temperatures from 31°C (88°F) to 39°C (102°F) throughout the year. January, February, March and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.

It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.

Note that October has the heaviest precipitation of the year.

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Juba

What is the best time to visit Juba?

June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Juba. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Juba has a distinct dry season from December to March.

What temperatures can I expect in Juba?

Daytime highs range from 31°C (88°F) in August to 39°C (102°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 22°C (72°F) to 26°C (79°F).

How much rain does Juba get?

Annual rainfall is around 1139 mm (45 in). October is the wettest month with 187 mm (7.4 in), while January is the driest with 4.6 mm (0.2 in).

How sunny is Juba?

Juba receives around 2,693 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 279 hours, while July is the cloudiest with just 183 hours. Overall, Juba enjoys abundant sunshine.

Juba 3-Day Forecast

Juba 3-Day Forecast

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