Weekly forecast from 08th - 15th of October 2024

Total Rainfall

Highlights:

  • Heavy Rainfall (≥ 100 mm, exceeding 10% on record): Expected over most of the South of Western Bahr el Ghazal State and the South part of the Western Equatoria.
  • Moderate Rainfall (over 50 mm, exceeding the top 10% on record): Anticipated over most parts of South Sudan.
  • Light Rainfall (less than 30 mm): Forecasted for most parts of Central Equatoria, Eastern Equatoria, the Bibor Administration Area, Jonglei State, Like State, and most parts of the Upper Nile State, Unity State, Abyei Administration Area, Warrap State and Northern Bahr el Ghazal State.
Exceptional Rainfall

Highlights:

  • Heavy Rainfall (≥ 100 mm, exceeding 10% on record): Expected over most of the South of Western Bahr el Ghazal State and the South part of the Western Equatoria.
  • Moderate Rainfall (over 50 mm, exceeding the top 10% on record): Anticipated over most parts of South Sudan.
  • Light Rainfall (less than 30 mm): Forecasted for most parts of Central Equatoria, Eastern Equatoria, the Bibor Administration Area, Jonglei State, Like State, and most parts of the Upper Nile State, Unity State, Abyei Administration Area, Warrap State and Northern Bahr el Ghazal State.
Mean temperature

Highlights:

  • From next week, October 08th to 15th October 2024, the average Temperature is expected to range between 24°C and 28°C in many parts of South Sudan.
  • Expected More than 28°C over Kapoeta East is in the Eastern Equatoria State, South parts of Bibor Administration Area and the North parts of Upper Nile State (El Renk).
Heat Stress Index

Highlights:

  • The Legend is a light blue to blue colour representing Caution it indicates a moderate level of risk, which means there are potential risks ahead that you should be aware of or a warning to proceed with care and stay alert.
  • The second was Extreme Caution which implies a higher level of risk compared with the first one (Caution), It suggests that the situation is more dangerous or precarious and requires heightened awareness and vigilance.
  • The last indicated by red colour was Danger it is the most serious level of warning, indicating an imminent threat or hazard that poses a significant risk to safety or life. It signals that immediate action is necessary to avoid injury or harm

Highlights:

Outlook for 08th to 15th October 2024

  • Wetter conditions are expected over most parts of the country from the 08th to the 15th of October 2024
  • Heavy Rainfall is Expected over most of the South of Western Bahr el Ghazal State and the Southern parts of the Western Equatoria State.
  • Forecast Mean Temperatures of less than 28 °C cover most parts of South Sudan except Kapoeta, Bibor Administration Area, and El Renk.

Last week's weather review for 28th September to 04th October 2024

  • Wetter more than 50 mm conditions were in Eastern parts of the Bibor Administration Area, and Jonglei State. while Light rainfall of less than 50 mm was in most parts of South Sudan last week from the 28th of September to 04th of October 2024.

Thus, it is recommended that the general population adopt the following safety measures:

  • Inspect your home. Remove leaves and debris from gutters, and clear your storm drains and drainage areas of any debris before the rain.
  • Rainy season items that you must take (Rain Coat & Rain Suit and Umbrella)
  • If there’s a risk of severe flooding in your area, move your valuable belongings to the upper floors
  • It’s a good idea to stay updated on meteorological services advisories, especially in regions expecting heavy rainfall.
  • Monitor weekly forecast updates from meteorological services