Rufā‘a, Sudan experiences average highs of 38°C (100°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 2 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.
Rufā‘a, Sudan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Rufā‘a, 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
6.5/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 38°C / 25°C
Feels Like 37°C / 24°C
Rainy Days 2
Rainfall 12 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 30%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 10°C
Hottest Month
42°C
May
Avg Low 29°C
Rain 2 days
Coldest Month
19°C
January
Avg High 33°C
Rain 0 days
Driest Month
0 days
January
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 19°C
Windiest Month
22 km/h
July (Gusts 44)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:25
Daylight 12.9h
Sunset 18:20
Live conditions —
Rufā‘a on the map · live conditions
Rufā‘a, Sudan
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Sudan
- City
- Rufā‘a
- Population
- 28.4K
- Coordinates
- 14.76°, 33.37°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 41°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 1 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 38°C
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 7 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 38°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 2 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 33°C / 19°C . Feb: 35°C / 20°C . Mar: 39°C / 24°C . Apr: 41°C / 27°C . May: 42°C / 29°C . Jun: 41°C / 29°C . Jul: 38°C / 27°C . Aug: 35°C / 25°C . Sep: 38°C / 27°C . Oct: 39°C / 27°C . Nov: 37°C / 24°C . Dec: 34°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 0 mm. May: 7 mm. Jun: 10 mm. Jul: 30 mm. Aug: 73 mm. Sep: 14 mm. Oct: 7 mm. Nov: 0 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 26%. Feb: 20%. Mar: 14%. Apr: 12%. May: 20%. Jun: 32%. Jul: 47%. Aug: 60%. Sep: 45%. Oct: 30%. Nov: 24%. Dec: 28%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 19 km/h . Mar: 19 km/h . Apr: 19 km/h . May: 18 km/h . Jun: 21 km/h . Jul: 22 km/h . Aug: 19 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 17 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. 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
Daylight 12h 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 · 43°C | May · 42°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 19°C | Jan · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 61 mm | Aug · 73 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
Poor August
Poor September
Fair October
Fair November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 33°C / 19°C | 31°C / 16°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 26% Comfortable | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 35°C / 20°C | 32°C / 16°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 20% Comfortable | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 39°C / 24°C | 36°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 14% Comfortable | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 41°C / 27°C | 40°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 12% Comfortable | 8.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 42°C / 29°C | 42°C / 27°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 20% Comfortable | 8.3 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 41°C / 29°C | 41°C / 29°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 32% Comfortable | 8.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 38°C / 27°C | 39°C / 28°C | 6days (30 mm) Good | 11h Excellent | 47% Moderate | 7.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| August | 35°C / 25°C | 37°C / 28°C | 12days (73 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 7.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 38°C / 27°C | 41°C / 29°C | 4days (14 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 45% Moderate | 7.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October | 39°C / 27°C | 40°C / 27°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 30% Comfortable | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 37°C / 24°C | 36°C / 22°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 24% Comfortable | 6.5 High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 34°C / 21°C | 32°C / 18°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 28% Comfortable | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Rufā‘a are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Rufā‘a, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Rufā‘a is May, 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 Rufā‘a is January, with average overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Rufā‘a is August, averaging 73mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Rufā‘a receives approximately 132 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Rufā‘a.
The least favorable months to visit Rufā‘a are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Rufā‘a is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Rufā‘a is 30%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Rufā‘a are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 22 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 44 km/h / 27 mph).
Rufā‘a averages 14 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 30%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Rufā‘a is 10°C (50°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Rufā‘a 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 Rufā‘a 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.
July is not the best time to visit Rufā‘a, with a climate score of 4.4/10. Consider visiting during January, February, December instead for better conditions.
For July in Rufā‘a, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 38°C (100°F) and 6 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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