When to South Sudan
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January is peak dry season with hot, sunny days and virtually no rainfall. This is one of the best months for travel with excellent road conditions and comfortable evenings. Wildlife viewing is exceptional as animals congregate around water sources.
February
February continues the dry season with increasingly hot temperatures and minimal precipitation. Conditions remain ideal for travel and outdoor activities, though midday heat can be intense. Dust from the Harmattan winds may occasionally affect visibility.
March
March is one of the hottest months with scorching daytime temperatures. The dry season persists but the first hints of humidity appear as the wet season approaches. Travel remains feasible but the heat can be exhausting for outdoor activities.
April
April marks the transition to the wet season with occasional afternoon thunderstorms and peak temperatures. The landscape begins to green up with early rains. Travel is still manageable but roads may start becoming muddy in some areas.
May
May sees the wet season establish itself with regular rainfall and slightly cooler temperatures. Roads begin deteriorating in rural areas, making some regions difficult to access. The countryside transforms into lush greenery, and humidity increases noticeably.
June
June brings heavy rains and high humidity, with frequent afternoon downpours. Many unpaved roads become impassable, significantly limiting travel options. This is the beginning of the challenging travel period, though temperatures moderate slightly from the dry season peaks.
July
July is peak rainy season with the heaviest precipitation of the year. Travel is extremely challenging as flooding affects many areas and roads are often impassable. Temperatures are slightly cooler but high humidity makes conditions feel oppressive.
August
August continues the wet season with persistent heavy rains and widespread flooding in low-lying areas. Infrastructure challenges are at their peak, making this one of the most difficult months for travel. The landscape is verdant but accessibility is severely limited.
September
September sees rainfall beginning to decrease but conditions remain wet and humid. Roads slowly start to dry out but many remain challenging. The transition period offers increasingly better travel prospects as the month progresses toward the dry season.
October
October marks the transition to the dry season with decreasing rainfall and improving road conditions. The landscape remains green from recent rains while accessibility improves. This is a good month for wildlife viewing as conditions become more favorable.
November
November ushers in the dry season with minimal rainfall and excellent travel conditions. Roads dry out and become accessible, making this an ideal time to visit. Temperatures are hot but manageable, and wildlife viewing improves significantly.
December
December offers prime dry season conditions with clear skies and virtually no rain. This is one of the best months for travel with excellent road conditions and comfortable temperatures. Holiday travel may bring slightly more visitors to accessible areas.