Bor, South Sudan experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 9 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Bor, South Sudan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Bor, South Sudan. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.8/10
Best: January, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 34°C / 25°C
Feels Like 37°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 9
Rainfall 59 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 55%
Wind Speed 13 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Hottest Month
39°C
February
Avg Low27°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
23°C
August
Avg High30°C
Rain18days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High38°C
Avg Low26°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
March (Gusts 37)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, September, October due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:41
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:10
Live conditions—
Bor on the map · live conditions
Bor, South Sudan
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- South Sudan
- City
- Bor
- Population
- 26.8K
- Coordinates
- 6.21°, 31.56°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 36°C
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 7 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 38°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 0 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 38°C / 26°C . Feb: 39°C / 27°C . Mar: 39°C / 28°C . Apr: 36°C / 27°C . May: 34°C / 25°C . Jun: 32°C / 24°C . Jul: 30°C / 23°C . Aug: 30°C / 23°C . Sep: 31°C / 23°C . Oct: 32°C / 24°C . Nov: 34°C / 25°C . Dec: 37°C / 26°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 1 mm. Feb: 2 mm. Mar: 8 mm. Apr: 51 mm. May: 81 mm. Jun: 95 mm. Jul: 115 mm. Aug: 139 mm. Sep: 107 mm. Oct: 83 mm. Nov: 21 mm. Dec: 2 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 24%. Feb: 25%. Mar: 35%. Apr: 50%. May: 63%. Jun: 69%. Jul: 76%. Aug: 77%. Sep: 77%. Oct: 71%. Nov: 54%. Dec: 35%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 15 km/h . Mar: 16 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 13 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 10 km/h . Aug: 10 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 13 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 40°C | Feb · 39°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 22°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 197 mm | Aug · 139 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 16 km/h | Mar · 16 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Good 
February
Fair March
Poor April
Poor May
Poor June
Fair July
Wet August
Wet September
Poor October
Poor November
Fair December best
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 38°C / 26°C | 37°C / 24°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 24% Comfortable | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 39°C / 27°C | 39°C / 26°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 25% Comfortable | 8.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 39°C / 28°C | 40°C / 29°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 35% Comfortable | 8.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 36°C / 27°C | 39°C / 29°C | 8days (51 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 50% Moderate | 8.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 34°C / 25°C | 38°C / 29°C | 12days (81 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 32°C / 24°C | 36°C / 28°C | 14days (95 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 18days (115 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 76% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 18days (139 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 15days (107 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 28°C | 14days (83 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| November | 34°C / 25°C | 37°C / 28°C | 5days (21 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| December best | 37°C / 26°C | 37°C / 26°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 35% Comfortable | 7.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Bor are January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Bor, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Bor is February, with average daytime highs of 39°C (102°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Bor is August, with average overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Bor is August, averaging 139mm of precipitation across 18 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Bor runs through July, August, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Bor.
Bor receives approximately 126 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is March with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Bor.
The least favorable months to visit Bor are April, May, September, October, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Bor is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Bor is 55%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Bor are 13 km/h (8 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 37 km/h / 23 mph).
Bor averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 58%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Bor is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Bor has a Hot Semi-Arid climate, classified as BSh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Bor ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 37°C (99°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Bor, with a climate score of 4.9/10. Consider visiting during January, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Bor, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 32°C (90°F) and 14 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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