AI-generatedWadi Halfa at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Feb
- Warmest month
- Aug · 42°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,770 h
- Rain a year
- 1 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Elevation
- 184 m
Climate in Wadi Halfa
Wadi Halfa has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 42 °C, while January is the coolest at 24 °C. With around 3,770 hours of sunshine a year, Wadi Halfa is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Wadi Halfa
The best time to visit Wadi Halfa is from December to February. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to February. From April to October it can get very hot, with highs of up to 42 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 1 mm fall in an average year.
Wadi Halfa through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Wadi Halfa in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 31–40 °C by day
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Wadi Halfa in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 42 °C by day
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Wadi Halfa in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 30–40 °C by day
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Wadi Halfa in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 24–26 °C by day
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – 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: December – January
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: December – February
Keep in mindPeak heat
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 29°
- Midday, 13:00: about 37°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 35°
- Evening, 20:00: about 29°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
05:5017:30
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 05:36–06:20 · evening 17:01–17:44
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:27–05:36 · evening 17:44–17:53
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 Wadi Halfa compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 38° at the start of the month to 33° at the end. The days get 0.6 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 38° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 21° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.4 h |
What is the weather like in Wadi Halfa in October?
In October, Wadi Halfa is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. With around 10.1 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, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 41 min05:50 – 17:30
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 23 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 7 %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 “Nature escape”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Wadi Halfa
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January has the better holiday weather in Wadi Halfa: score 100 against 50. In January, days are 13 °C cooler than in October.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 37° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 11° |
| Sunshine | 10.1 h | 9.9 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Rainfall | 0 mm | 0 mm |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Wadi Halfa month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
100January24° · 9.9 h
In January, Wadi Halfa is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in January100February26° · 9.8 h
In February, Wadi Halfa is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in February72March31° · 9.9 h
In March, Wadi Halfa is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in March50April36° · 10.1 h
In April, Wadi Halfa is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. With around 10.1 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 so-so month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in April50May40° · 10.3 h
In May, Wadi Halfa is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. With around 10.3 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 Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in May50June42° · 11.1 h
In June, Wadi Halfa is very hot: daytime highs average 42 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. With around 11.1 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, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in June50July42° · 11.0 h
In July, Wadi Halfa is very hot: daytime highs average 42 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. With around 11.0 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, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in July50August42° · 10.6 h
In August, Wadi Halfa is very hot: daytime highs average 42 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. With around 10.6 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, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in August50September40° · 10.2 h
In September, Wadi Halfa is very hot: daytime highs average 40 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. With around 10.2 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, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in September50October37° · 10.1 h
In October, Wadi Halfa is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. With around 10.1 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, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in October80November30° · 10.2 h
In November, Wadi Halfa is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in November100December25° · 10.6 h
In December, Wadi Halfa is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. With around 10.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Wadi Halfa.
Wadi Halfa in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Wadi Halfa
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier.
The coolest nights are in January (11°), the warmest in August (28°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in March and in November.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 100 | 24° | 11° | 9.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| FebruaryFeb | 100 | 26° | 13° | 9.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| MarchMar | 72 | 31° | 16° | 9.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| AprilApr | 50 | 36° | 21° | 10.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| MayMay | 50 | 40° | 25° | 10.3 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 50 | 42° | 27° | 11.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 50 | 42° | 27° | 11.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 50 | 42° | 28° | 10.6 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 50 | 40° | 27° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 50 | 37° | 24° | 10.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| NovemberNov | 80 | 30° | 18° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| DecemberDec | 100 | 25° | 14° | 10.6 h | 0 | 0 |
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
21.80° N, 31.37° E · 184 m · Africa/Khartoum
Sunshine hours in Wadi Halfa
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 10.1 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Wadi Halfa, 86 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 3 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Wadi Halfa: 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, it hardly ever rains in Wadi Halfa: 0 mm in the whole month.
UV index in Wadi Halfa
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 July (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 35 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 and clouds in Wadi Halfa
How breezy and how cloudy Wadi Halfa 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 Wadi Halfa typically peaks at 23 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 7 % of the sky over Wadi Halfa: mostly clear, with about 10.1 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 and humidity in Wadi Halfa
How often the day gets hot in Wadi Halfa (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 Wadi Halfa every day, with an average daytime high of 37 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.
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
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Wadi Halfa 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.
Wadi Halfa has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 100) and its weakest during May half-term (score 50).
- 57
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 35 °C by day
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 40 °C by day
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 42 °C by day
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 50
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 37 °C by day
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 100
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- 10.3 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 40 min
- Distance
- 4,290 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.
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Wadi Halfa vs Abu Simbel
In October the holiday weather in Wadi Halfa and Abu Simbel is about equally good (score 50 vs 50). During the day it is about as warm in Abu Simbel as in Wadi Halfa.
| in October | Wadi Halfa | Abu Simbel |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 50 |
| Daytime high | 37° | 37° |
| Sunshine | 10 h | 10 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Dec – Feb | Dec – Feb |
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Frequently asked questions about Wadi Halfa
When is the best time to visit Wadi Halfa?
The best time to visit Wadi Halfa is from December to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Wadi Halfa?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 42 °C and nights around 28 °C. January is the coolest month at 24 °C.
When does it rain most in Wadi Halfa?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 1 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Wadi Halfa get?
Wadi Halfa gets around 3,770 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.1 hours a day; in February there are 9.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Wadi Halfa in?
Wadi Halfa is on UTC+2 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Wadi Halfa?
A nonstop flight from London to Wadi Halfa takes about 5 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 4,290 km.
Which school holidays are best for Wadi Halfa?
Wadi Halfa has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 100) and its weakest during May half-term (score 50). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 57, May half-term 50, summer holidays 50, October half-term 50, Christmas holidays 100.