Juba, South Sudan experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 10 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Juba, South Sudan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Juba, 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, November, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 34°C / 24°C
Feels Like 37°C / 26°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 66 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 57%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Hottest Month
38°C
February
Avg Low26°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
22°C
August
Avg High30°C
Rain18days
Driest Month
1days
January
Avg High37°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
March (Gusts 33)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May due to extreme heat, frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:43
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:07
Live conditions—
Juba on the map · live conditions
Juba, South Sudan
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- South Sudan
- City
- Juba
- Population
- 450K
- Coordinates
- 4.85°, 31.58°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 13 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 1 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: 37°C / 25°C . Feb: 38°C / 26°C . Mar: 38°C / 27°C . Apr: 35°C / 25°C . May: 33°C / 24°C . Jun: 32°C / 23°C . Jul: 30°C / 22°C . Aug: 30°C / 22°C . Sep: 31°C / 22°C . Oct: 32°C / 23°C . Nov: 34°C / 23°C . Dec: 36°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 2 mm. Feb: 2 mm. Mar: 15 mm. Apr: 84 mm. May: 99 mm. Jun: 99 mm. Jul: 116 mm. Aug: 122 mm. Sep: 101 mm. Oct: 117 mm. Nov: 36 mm. Dec: 4 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 27%. Feb: 27%. Mar: 40%. Apr: 55%. May: 66%. Jun: 70%. Jul: 74%. Aug: 76%. Sep: 74%. Oct: 71%. Nov: 59%. Dec: 39%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 12 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 13 km/h . May: 11 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 9 km/h . Aug: 9 km/h . Sep: 9 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. 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 9. 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 · 38°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 21°C | Aug · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 164 mm | Aug · 122 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 13 km/h | Mar · 13 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 best
Fair December best
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 37°C / 25°C | 37°C / 24°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 27% Comfortable | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 38°C / 26°C | 39°C / 25°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 27% Comfortable | 9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 38°C / 27°C | 40°C / 28°C | 5days (15 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 40% Comfortable | 9.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 35°C / 25°C | 38°C / 28°C | 12days (84 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 33°C / 24°C | 37°C / 28°C | 15days (99 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 32°C / 23°C | 36°C / 26°C | 13days (99 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 22°C | 34°C / 25°C | 19days (116 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 25°C | 18days (122 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 16days (101 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 23°C | 37°C / 26°C | 16days (117 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| November best | 34°C / 23°C | 37°C / 26°C | 6days (36 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| December best | 36°C / 24°C | 37°C / 25°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 39% Comfortable | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Juba are January, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Juba, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Juba is February, with average daytime highs of 38°C (101°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Juba is August, with average overnight lows of 22°C (71°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Juba is August, averaging 122mm of precipitation across 18 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Juba runs through July, August, September, October, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Juba.
Juba receives approximately 127 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Juba.
The least favorable months to visit Juba are April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider January, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Juba is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Juba is 57%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Juba are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 20 mph).
Juba averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 59%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Juba is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Juba 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 Juba ranges from 26°C (79°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 Juba, with a climate score of 4.9/10. Consider visiting during January, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Juba, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 32°C (89°F) and 13 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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