The climate of Yirol
Yirol, located in
South Sudan, adheres to a predominantly Tropical savanna climate, also denoted as Aw under the Köppen climate classification. This classification manifests in a tropical wet and dry season rotation, the difference between which is most discernible by the amount of rainfall each consumes.
The more profound climate features are the wet season's continual showers and noticeable escalation in humidity levels from
March to
October, while the dry season from
November to
February comes with less rainfall and humidity. Throughout the year, temperature levels in Yirol stay notably stable. The highest monthly average temperatures range from 30.9°C (87.6°F) to 39.5°C (103.1°F), while the lowest hover between 21.3°C (70.3°F) to 27.5°C (81.5°F).
Rainfall patterns are another relevant climate aspect, with a peak period from March to October, where the monthly average rainfall lies from 37mm (1.46") to 110mm (4.33"). November through February display significantly less rainfall with the average monthly rain levels reaching 1mm (0.04") to 17mm (0.67"), painting an accurate dry season image. This precipitative pattern is consistent with the varied monthly average daylight hours ranging from 11.7 hours to 12.5 hours, and the UV index fluctuating from 6 to 8.
The climate further pertains unique weather conditions, particularly the months with the maximum and minimum rainfall.
April, with a high rainfall of 110mm (4.33"), indicates the wettest month of the year, while the driest month, February, reports mere 1mm (0.04") rainfall. Additionally, the warmest months are March and April with average high temperatures reaching up to 39.5°C (103.1°F).
The best time to visit Yirol
Travelers eyeing minimized humidity and rainfall should mark their calendars for the period from
November through
February. This period witnesses the least amount of rainfall, with
January and February having the lowest average measurements of 1mm (0.04") and 2mm (0.08"), respectively. While temperatures remain on the higher side throughout the year, relative humidity drops to 21% in February, further enhancing the comfortable climate for travel.
The worst time to visit Yirol
Visitors looking to avoid extreme humidity and heavy rainfall should potentially avoid the peak wet season, especially around
May,
June, and
July. During these months, humidity levels rise all the way up to 62%-77%, and rainfall averages from 102mm (4.02") to 110mm (4.33"). Given the high temperatures persisting throughout the year, the combination of intense humidity and rainfall can make travel uncomfortable during these months.
Spring weather in Yirol
Spring, primarily
March and
April, usher in the wet season in
Yirol, signaling an expansion in average temperatures, which may scale up to 39.5°C (103.1°F) during the day. There is a prominent increase in rainfall, with April standing out as the month recording the highest rainfall of up to 110mm (4.33").
Summer weather in Yirol
Summer in
Yirol is closely associated with high humidity and increased rainfall. The average temperatures from
May to
July range from 32.8°C (91°F) to 34.4°C (93.9°F) during the day and 21.5°C (70.7°F) to 24.2°C (75.6°F) at night. As the peak wet season, the months receive significant rainfall between 101mm (3.98") to 110mm (4.33").
Autumn weather in Yirol
Autumn, spanning
August to
October, continues the wet spell with high humidity levels and substantial rainfall. Average daytime temperatures consistently hover around 31.3°C (88.3°F) to 32.8°C (91°F) with nighttime temperatures steady from 22.3°C (72.1°F) to 21.3°C (70.3°F). An average rainfall marking the months ranges between 89mm (3.5") and 104mm (4.09").
Winter weather in Yirol
Winter, specifically
November through
February, witnesses a transition from the wet to the dry season. Despite high average temperatures from 30.9°C (87.6°F) to 39.4°C (102.9°F) during the day and 21.5°C (70.7°F) to 27.5°C (81.5°F) at night, this period is marked with minimal rainfall between 1mm (0.04") and 17mm (0.67"). The season is thus categorized by lower relative humidity levels from 21% to 28% and minimum daylight hours, marking it as an ideal time for planned travel.
Weather in January
January situates itself amidst the cool, dry season in
Yirol,
South Sudan. Temperatures range from 24.2°C (75.6°F) to 37.3°C (99.1°F), skewing towards the one of the chiller overall periods for locals. With the cool surroundings, relative humidity reaches its zenith at 21%.
Weather in January » Weather in February
February heralds a nominal elevation in temperature parameters, making the city pleasantly warm. It's a transitional period, and the shift is discernable through the increase in rainfall to 5mm (0.2"), and relative humidity at 21%.
Weather in February » Weather in March
In
March,
Yirol witnesses an escalating transformation in the weather conditions. A sizeable increase in rainfall to 15mm (0.59") at 28% relative humidity reflects the city's progression towards the rainy season. This month signals the commencements of the wet season due to a brisk uptick in precipitation.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
Yirol's climatology in
April begins to display characteristics akin to the rainy season. Notably, there is a significant surge in rainfall reaching 37mm (1.46") with 43% relative humidity. This increase in precipitation is indicative of the city moving deeper into the wet season.
Weather in April » Weather in May
As the year progresses to
May, the weather remains dominated by the rainy season's influence. Higher rainfall amounts to 110mm (4.33"), marking this month, along with high relative humidity levels at 62%, as distinctive climatological extremes.
Weather in May »Weather in June
The weather in
June stays under the rainy season's purview. June doesn't show significant changes from the preceding month, indicating steady weather conditions. The city's progression within the wet season is mirrored in the consistently high rainfall.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July in
Yirol highlights the peak of the wet season. Exceptionally high levels of rainfall of 101mm (3.98") and heightened relative humidity at 77%, define the July climate. The wettest part of the year implies frequent rainfalls, saturated conditions, and reduced sunshine duration.
Weather in July » Weather in August
Bearing weather characteristics similar to
July,
August continues to find itself in the rainy season. Still, despite these consistencies, a small decrease in rainfall to 89mm (3.5") and steady 79% relative humidity regresses from July's high water mark.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September signifies transitional weather patterns, revealing
Yirol's retreat from the rainy season. A notable spec in the weather pattern emerges with rainfall dipping slightly to 93mm (3.66"), while relative humidity drops to 77%.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October in
Yirol experinces a drastic weather shift. Reduced rainfall levels of 104mm (4.09") highlights the city's eventual emergence from the monsoonal grip. Slight changes such as an increase in sunshine duration and receding cloud coverage paint a picture of the end of the wet season.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November in
Yirol,
South Sudan, delivers noticeable changes in climatic behavior. The rainfall pummels down to 17mm (0.67") with 49% relative humidity, signaling the arrival of the dry season proper. Weather patterns evolve so that November stands in stark contrast to the preceding rainy months.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December solidifies the dry season's presence in
Yirol. Technically the driest period, December's rainfall stands at a mere 2mm (0.08"). This weather validates a classic dry month representative of non-monsoonal influence. The persistent warm temperatures and extended sunshine hours create a pleasant, dry climate.
Weather in December »