AI-generatedPort Sudan at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Mar
- Warmest month
- Jul · 43°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 31.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,940 h
- Rain a year
- 98 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Elevation
- 10 m
Climate in Port Sudan
Port Sudan has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 43 °C, while January is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year, Port Sudan is sunny; May is the sunniest month with 10.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Port Sudan
The best time to visit Port Sudan is from January to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go all year round. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from January to February. From April to October it can get very hot, with highs of up to 43 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 98 mm fall in an average year.
Port Sudan through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Port Sudan in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 30–37 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Port Sudan in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 40–43 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days in all
Port Sudan in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 32–40 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Port Sudan in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 28–29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan – Feb
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – Oct
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: January – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
Keep in mindPeak heat
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 30°
- Midday, 13:00: about 35°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 34°
- Evening, 20:00: about 30°
- Night, 23:00: about 28°
05:2517:09
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:11–05:54 · evening 16:39–17:22
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:03–05:11 · evening 17:22–17:31
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Port Sudan compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 37° at the start of the month to 33° at the end. The sea cools from 31° to 30°. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 37° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 27° | 25° |
| Sea | 31° | 30° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Port Sudan in October?
In October, Port Sudan is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 44 min05:25 – 17:09
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 29 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 18 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 31 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Port Sudan
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Port Sudan: score 88 against 50. In February, days are 7 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 5 °C cooler in February. February has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours less a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 88better |
| Daytime high | 35° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 19° |
| Sea | 30.9° | 25.5° |
| Sunshine | 9.0 hbetter | 7.2 h |
| Rainy days | 3 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 11 mm | 3 mm |
| Muggy days | 29 | 8better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Port Sudan month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
86January28° · Sea 26° · 6.3 h
In January, Port Sudan is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 14 mm in total. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in January88February28° · Sea 26° · 7.2 h
In February, Port Sudan is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in February81March30° · Sea 26° · 8.6 h
In March, Port Sudan is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in March62April33° · Sea 27° · 9.7 h
In April, Port Sudan is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in April50May37° · Sea 29° · 10.0 h
In May, Port Sudan is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in May49June40° · Sea 30° · 8.8 h
In June, Port Sudan is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in June45July43° · Sea 31° · 7.4 h
In July, Port Sudan is very hot: daytime highs average 43 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 30 °C. The sea averages 30.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in July44August43° · Sea 31° · 7.2 h
In August, Port Sudan is very hot: daytime highs average 43 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 31 °C. The sea averages 31.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in August49September40° · Sea 31° · 8.8 h
In September, Port Sudan is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 31.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in September50October35° · Sea 31° · 9.0 h
In October, Port Sudan is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in October54November32° · Sea 29° · 7.6 h
In November, Port Sudan is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 32 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in November64December29° · Sea 28° · 5.9 h
In December, Port Sudan is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 31 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Port Sudan.
Port Sudan in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Port Sudan
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 26°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 29 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (19°), the warmest in August (31°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule all year round except in February; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 195 days a year, mostly from July to December.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 86 | 28° | 20° | 26.0° | 6.3 h | 5 | 14 |
| FebruaryFeb | 88 | 28° | 19° | 25.5° | 7.2 h | 1 | 3 |
| MarchMar | 81 | 30° | 20° | 26.0° | 8.6 h | 0 | 1 |
| AprilApr | 62 | 33° | 22° | 27.3° | 9.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| MayMay | 50 | 37° | 25° | 29.1° | 10.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 49 | 40° | 27° | 29.8° | 8.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 45 | 43° | 30° | 30.7° | 7.4 h | 1 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 44 | 43° | 31° | 31.3° | 7.2 h | 1 | 3 |
| SeptemberSep | 49 | 40° | 28° | 31.3° | 8.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 50 | 35° | 26° | 30.9° | 9.0 h | 3 | 11 |
| NovemberNov | 54 | 32° | 24° | 29.4° | 7.6 h | 10 | 32 |
| DecemberDec | 64 | 29° | 22° | 27.5° | 5.9 h | 10 | 31 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Port Sudan
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 30.2 – 31.5 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Port Sudan ranges from 25.5 °C in February to 31.3 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 30.9 and 31.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.0° | 25.3° | 26.6° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 25.5° | 24.8° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 26.0° | 25.5° | 26.6° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.3° | 26.7° | 27.8° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.1° | 28.3° | 29.5° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.8° | 29.2° | 30.4° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 30.7° | 30.2° | 31.2° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 31.3° | 30.9° | 31.8° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 31.3° | 30.7° | 32.0° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 30.9° | 30.2° | 31.5° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.4° | 28.7° | 30.1° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.2° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Port Sudan
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 9.0 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Port Sudan, 77 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 4 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Port Sudan: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Port Sudan has about 3 rainy days with 11 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Port Sudan
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Port Sudan
How breezy and how cloudy Port Sudan is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Port Sudan typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: all year except Oct.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 18 % of the sky over Port Sudan: mostly clear, with about 9.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Port Sudan
How often the day gets hot in Port Sudan (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, it is hot in Port Sudan every day, with an average daytime high of 35 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Port Sudan
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Port Sudan in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Port Sudan has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 75) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 44).
- 68
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 38 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 44
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 43 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 31 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 75
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 6 h 20 min
- Distance
- 4,820 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Sudan
- Currency
- Sudanese Pound (SDG)
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Sockets
- Type C, D · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +249
- Emergency number
- 999
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Port Sudan vs Suakin
In October Suakin has the better holiday weather (score 56 vs 50). During the day Suakin is 1 °C cooler than Port Sudan. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Port Sudan | Suakin |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 56 |
| Daytime high | 35° | 34° |
| Sea | 31° | 31° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 3 | 4 |
| Best time | Jan – Mar | Feb – Apr, Oct |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Sudan in October: the best places
In October, Port Sudan ranks 2 of 8 destinations in this country.
- Suakin34°31°86
- 2Port SudanThis page35°31°50
- 3Kassala39°50
- 4Wadi Halfa37°50
- 5Khartoum40°50
- 6Dongola40°50
- 7Kerma39°50
- 8El-Obeid37°49
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Frequently asked questions about Port Sudan
When is the best time to visit Port Sudan?
The best time to visit Port Sudan is from January to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Port Sudan?
The sea temperature in Port Sudan ranges from 25.5 °C in February to 31.3 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Port Sudan in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 30.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Port Sudan?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 43 °C and nights around 30 °C. January is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Port Sudan?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 98 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Port Sudan get?
Port Sudan gets around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is May with 10.0 hours a day; in December there are 5.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Port Sudan in?
Port Sudan is on UTC+2 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Port Sudan?
A nonstop flight from London to Port Sudan takes about 6 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 4,820 km.
Which school holidays are best for Port Sudan?
Port Sudan has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 75) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 44). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 68, May half-term 50, summer holidays 44, October half-term 50, Christmas holidays 75.