Best Time to Visit Khartoum
The best months to visit Khartoum are Jan, Feb, Dec. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Feb, Dec
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Khartoum. Expect highs of 31°C to 33°C to 32°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
May
42°C high
Coldest Month
January
17°C low
Driest Month
January
0 rain days
Wettest Month
August
8 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 31°C / Low: 17°C
February
High: 33°C / Low: 18°C
March
High: 37°C / Low: 21°C
April
High: 40°C / Low: 25°C
May
High: 42°C / Low: 27°C
June
High: 41°C / Low: 29°C
0 rain days
July
High: 39°C / Low: 28°C
4 rain days
August
High: 36°C / Low: 26°C
8 rain days
September
High: 39°C / Low: 27°C
3 rain days
October
High: 39°C / Low: 27°C
November
High: 36°C / Low: 23°C
December
High: 32°C / Low: 18°C
Tourist Seasons in Khartoum
Peak Season
January, February, December
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
March, November
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 31°C | 17°C | 0 | Peak Season |
February★ | 33°C | 18°C | 0 | Peak Season |
March | 37°C | 21°C | 0 | Shoulder Season |
April | 40°C | 25°C | 0 | Off Season |
May | 42°C | 27°C | 0 | Off Season |
June | 41°C | 29°C | 0 | Off Season |
July | 39°C | 28°C | 4 | Off Season |
August | 36°C | 26°C | 8 | Off Season |
September | 39°C | 27°C | 3 | Off Season |
October | 39°C | 27°C | 0 | Off Season |
November | 36°C | 23°C | 0 | Shoulder Season |
December★ | 32°C | 18°C | 0 | Peak Season |
Season Timeline
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Day Trip from Khartoum: Scenic Excursion
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Khartoum Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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