Kosti, Sudan experiences average highs of 37°C (99°F) and lows of 24°C (75°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.
Kosti, Sudan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kosti, 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
6.3/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 37°C / 24°C
Feels Like 37°C / 24°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 17 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 34%
Wind Speed 19 km/h
Dew Point 11°C
Hottest Month
42°C
April
Avg Low26°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
20°C
January
Avg High34°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High34°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
22 km/h
July (Gusts 42)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June, July, September due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:24
Daylight 12.9h
Sunset 18:18
Live conditions—
Kosti on the map · live conditions
Kosti, Sudan
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Sudan
- City
- Kosti
- Population
- 345.1K
- Coordinates
- 13.16°, 32.66°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 41°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 1 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 36°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 8 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 3 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 21°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: 34°C / 20°C . Feb: 36°C / 21°C . Mar: 40°C / 24°C . Apr: 42°C / 26°C . May: 41°C / 28°C . Jun: 39°C / 27°C . Jul: 35°C / 26°C . Aug: 33°C / 24°C . Sep: 36°C / 25°C . Oct: 38°C / 26°C . Nov: 38°C / 25°C . Dec: 35°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 0 mm. May: 10 mm. Jun: 12 mm. Jul: 49 mm. Aug: 95 mm. Sep: 29 mm. Oct: 10 mm. Nov: 0 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 23%. Feb: 18%. Mar: 13%. Apr: 14%. May: 28%. Jun: 41%. Jul: 56%. Aug: 68%. Sep: 57%. Oct: 40%. Nov: 23%. Dec: 25%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 19 km/h . Mar: 19 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 18 km/h . Jun: 22 km/h . Jul: 22 km/h . Aug: 18 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 18 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 6. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 7. 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 | Apr 2025 · 42°C | Apr · 42°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 20°C | Jan · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 74 mm | Aug · 95 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 22 km/h | Jul · 22 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Good April
Fair May
Fair June
Fair July
Fair August
Fair September
Poor October
Fair November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 34°C / 20°C | 31°C / 16°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.4h Excellent | 23% Comfortable | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 36°C / 21°C | 33°C / 17°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 18% Comfortable | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 40°C / 24°C | 37°C / 20°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 13% Comfortable | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 42°C / 26°C | 40°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 14% Comfortable | 8.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 41°C / 28°C | 41°C / 27°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 11.5h Excellent | 28% Comfortable | 8.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 39°C / 27°C | 40°C / 28°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 41% Moderate | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 35°C / 26°C | 37°C / 27°C | 9days (49 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 56% Moderate | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 24°C | 36°C / 27°C | 13days (95 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 7 High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 36°C / 25°C | 39°C / 28°C | 6days (29 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 7.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 38°C / 26°C | 40°C / 28°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 40% Comfortable | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 38°C / 25°C | 37°C / 22°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 23% Comfortable | 6.6 High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 35°C / 21°C | 33°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 25% Comfortable | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kosti are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kosti, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kosti is April, with average daytime highs of 42°C (107°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kosti is January, with average overnight lows of 20°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kosti is August, averaging 95mm of precipitation across 13 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Kosti receives approximately 130 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Kosti.
The least favorable months to visit Kosti are May, June, July, September, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Kosti is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kosti is 34%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Kosti are 19 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 22 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Kosti averages 12 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 35%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Kosti is 11°C (52°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Kosti 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 Kosti ranges from 24°C (75°F) to 37°C (99°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Kosti, with a climate score of 4.7/10. Consider visiting during January, February, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Kosti, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 39°C (102°F) and 3 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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