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Sudan in May

Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Sudan in May — compared across the country’s main destinations.

Warmest
42°
Atbara
Coolest
34°
Gedaref
Driest
0 mm
Wadi Halfa
Warmest sea
29°
Suakin

Weather in May by city

PlaceDayNightRainSeaScore
Port Sudan 36° 24° 1 mm — 69
Suakin 37° 24° 1 mm 29° 63
Gedaref 34° 21° 27 mm — 57
Khartoum 42° 27° 2 mm — 40
Kassala 41° 26° 10 mm — 40
Atbara 42° 26° 2 mm — 40
Wadi Halfa 39° 23° 0 mm — 40
Merowe 42° 25° 1 mm — 40
Wad Madani 41° 25° 11 mm — 40
Kuraymah 42° 25° 1 mm — 40
Dongola 42° 23° 0 mm — 40
Sennar 41° 25° 16 mm — 40
Al-Ubayyid 39° 24° 10 mm — 40
Karmah an Nuzul 42° 23° 0 mm — 40
Nyala 39° 23° 18 mm — 38
Abyei 37° 24° 65 mm — 31

Public holidays in May

  • Easter Sunday
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FAQ

What is the weather like in Sudan in May?

Average daytime highs range from 34° in Gedaref to 42° in Atbara.

Where is it warmest in Sudan in May?

Atbara is the warmest of the main destinations, with average highs of 42°.

Can you swim in Sudan in May?

Yes — the sea is warmest around Suakin at about 29°.