Temperatures in January
It's hot in January in South Sudan with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for South Sudan in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in South Sudan with hot temperatures, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights close to 24°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 37°C, with nights close to 24°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in South Sudan will be around 38°C, with nights close to 25°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in January
According to weather history, there is only 2,3 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average chance of precipitation is only 3% in January.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for South Sudan. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
South Sudan in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
37°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
38°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
35°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
2,3 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit South Sudan?
January isn’t a good time to be in South Sudan. The average temperature of 37°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
Temperature records for South Sudan in January
With 41°C, South Sudan hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in South Sudan
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in South Sudan, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in South Sudan
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for South Sudan, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 1 day of rain in South Sudan.
Daily UV Index in January in South Sudan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in South Sudan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in South Sudan Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in South Sudan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in South Sudan Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in South Sudan, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for South Sudan
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Average Weather in South Sudan by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for South Sudan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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