El Fasher, Sudan experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 3 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
El Fasher, Sudan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for El Fasher, Sudan. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Jun–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8/10
Best: January, February, March, November, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 34°C / 19°C
Feels Like 33°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 17 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 29%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 5°C
Hottest Month
39°C
May
Avg Low23°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
11°C
January
Avg High28°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High28°C
Avg Low11°C
Windiest Month
17 km/h
April (Gusts 34)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:53
Daylight 12.9h
Sunset 18:48
Live conditions—
El Fasher on the map · live conditions
El Fasher, Sudan
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Sudan
- City
- El Fasher
- Population
- 252.6K
- Coordinates
- 13.63°, 25.35°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 2 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 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: 28°C / 11°C . Feb: 31°C / 13°C . Mar: 35°C / 18°C . Apr: 37°C / 21°C . May: 39°C / 23°C . Jun: 38°C / 25°C . Jul: 35°C / 24°C . Aug: 32°C / 22°C . Sep: 35°C / 23°C . Oct: 35°C / 22°C . Nov: 33°C / 17°C . Dec: 30°C / 13°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 0 mm. May: 2 mm. Jun: 9 mm. Jul: 48 mm. Aug: 124 mm. Sep: 21 mm. Oct: 5 mm. Nov: 0 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 21%. Feb: 17%. Mar: 12%. Apr: 11%. May: 17%. Jun: 32%. Jul: 52%. Aug: 67%. Sep: 48%. Oct: 27%. Nov: 22%. Dec: 24%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 16 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 17 km/h . May: 17 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 16 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 15 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 6.
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 | May 2025 · 39°C | May · 39°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 12°C | Jan · 11°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 62 mm | Aug · 124 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 17 km/h | Apr · 17 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Good May
Good June
Good July
Fair August
Fair September
Good October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 11°C | 25°C / 8°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 21% Comfortable | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 31°C / 13°C | 27°C / 9°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 17% Comfortable | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 35°C / 18°C | 32°C / 14°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 12% Comfortable | 8.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 37°C / 21°C | 35°C / 17°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.4h Excellent | 11% Comfortable | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 39°C / 23°C | 37°C / 21°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 17% Comfortable | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 38°C / 25°C | 38°C / 24°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 32% Comfortable | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 35°C / 24°C | 37°C / 26°C | 10days (48 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 52% Moderate | 8.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 32°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 17days (124 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 35°C / 23°C | 37°C / 24°C | 4days (21 mm) Good | 11h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 35°C / 22°C | 34°C / 20°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 27% Comfortable | 7.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November best | 33°C / 17°C | 30°C / 14°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 22% Comfortable | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 30°C / 13°C | 26°C / 10°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 24% Comfortable | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit El Fasher are January, February, March, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for El Fasher, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in El Fasher is May, with average daytime highs of 39°C (101°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in El Fasher is January, with average overnight lows of 11°C (53°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in El Fasher is August, averaging 124mm of precipitation across 17 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in El Fasher runs through August, July, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for El Fasher.
El Fasher receives approximately 131 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for El Fasher.
The least favorable months to visit El Fasher are August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in El Fasher is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in El Fasher is 29%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in El Fasher are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 17 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
El Fasher averages 13 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 32%. The clearest skies occur in November.
The annual average dew point in El Fasher is 5°C (41°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
El Fasher has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh 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 El Fasher ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 33°C (91°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit El Fasher. It earns a climate score of 6.5/10 with Good.
For June in El Fasher, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 38°C (100°F) and 2 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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