Khartoum, Sudan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Khartoum, Sudan? If you're planning to go to Khartoum, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Khartoum
- Important essentials for Khartoum
- Activities for Khartoum
- Khartoum in January: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in February: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in March: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in April: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in May: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in June: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in July: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in August: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in September: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in October: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in November: weather and what to pack
- Khartoum in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Khartoum, Sudan
Based on the climate and weather in Khartoum, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Khartoum, Sudan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Khartoum, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and D. This one should be sufficient for most places, but check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Khartoum may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
What to wear/what to pack for Khartoum, Sudan by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Khartoum in January, you will notice that it is hot and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
February
If you are traveling to Khartoum in February, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
March
March in this region can be sweltering and very dry. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Bug repellent
April
April here can be excruciatingly hot and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thin short sleeve shirts
You should bring extra, since these easily get wet or dirty.
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Personal cooling fan
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to help you stay cool and include UV protection.
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Insulated water bottle
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
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Light linen shorts
May
Traveling to Khartoum in May, you will notice that it is a scorcher and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the low 100s F (high 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Insects are a problem here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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Personal cooling fan
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
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Insulated water bottle
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Waterproof sandals
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100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
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Light skirts
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Sun protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Thin tank or crop tops
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
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Sarong
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
June
If you visit Khartoum during June, you will probably notice that it can be sizzling and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 100s F (high 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 80s F (low 30s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack extra, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to keep you cool:
-
Light linen shorts
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Sunglasses
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed for cooling and offer UV protection.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Skirts
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
July
If you vacation in Khartoum during July, you will probably find that it is unbearably hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 80s F (high 20s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
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Light linen shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
-
Sun protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed for cooling:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed for cooling and include UV protection.
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
You should bring extra, since these easily get wet or dirty.
August
August in Khartoum can be sizzling. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack additional, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to cool you and include UV protection.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Sunglasses
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Skirts
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Bug repellent
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to cool you:
-
Light linen shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
September
If you vacation in Khartoum during September, you may see that it is sweltering and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 80s F (low 30s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to help you stay cool and include UV protection.
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack extra, since these get wet or dirty.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to keep you cool:
-
Skirts
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Bug repellent
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Light linen shorts
October
Traveling to Khartoum in October, you will notice that it can be excruciatingly hot and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Personal cooling fan
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to keep you cool and to provide UV protection.
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important pack extra, since these get wet or dirty.
-
Skirts
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to cool you:
-
Light linen shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
November
If you go to Khartoum in November, you will notice that it can be very hot and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
December
If you vacation in Khartoum during December, you might find that it is extremely warm and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Activities for Khartoum, Sudan
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Khartoum.
If you see the Sudan National Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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