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Rumbek

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Updated Sunday, November 1, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Rumbek?

Generally suitable with routine precautions

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises avoiding all travel to the whole country of South Sudan.

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Rumbek month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Rumbek are typically July, September and October, with average daytime highs around 31–33°C. March is usually the warmest month (average high 39°C), August the coldest (average low 22°C), and August the wettest (about 139 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January37.323.8011.1
February38.725.5110.8
March39.126.7810.8
April37.626.23410.6
May35.324.96710.4
June33.323.57610.4
July31.022.61339.7
August31.022.213910.0
September32.222.58810.6
October33.423.06610.3
November35.523.51110.6
December37.023.7110.9

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What is being reported around Rumbek

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People and places shaping Rumbek

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Research updated Sunday, October 25, 2026
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Past and future events in Rumbek

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Current public leadership

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People associated with this place

  • Khaman Maluach

    Wikidata records Rumbek as this person's place of birth. South Sudanese basketball player (born 2006).

  • Peter Jok

    Wikidata records Rumbek as this person's place of birth. South Sudanese basketball player (born 1994).

  • Samuel Aru Bol

    politician (1929–2000)

  • Ager Gum

    military leader and song composer (1941–1996)

  • Gordon Muortat Mayen

    politician (1922–2008)

Historical figures

  • Samuel Aru Bol

    Wikidata records Rumbek as this historical figure's place of birth. Politician.

  • Gordon Muortat Mayen

    Wikidata records Rumbek as this historical figure's place of birth. South Sudanese politician.

  • Ager Gum

    Military leader and song composer (1941–1996) from Rumbek.

Local business and employers

  • Palmtree Limited

    Provides logistics, cargo transportation, supply chain management, and distribution solutions in Rumbek.

Newspapers and local media

No local newspaper or media outlet has passed the source checks for Rumbek yet.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Holy Family Cathedral, Rumbek

    Wikidata places this site in Rumbek. Building in South Sudan.

  • Rumbek Airport

    Wikidata places this site in Rumbek. Airport in South Sudan.

  • Rumbek Holy Family Cathedral

    A notable point of interest located in Rumbek.

  • Rumbek Freedom Square

    An outdoor venue in the middle of town for public and civic gatherings.

  • Salva Kiir Women International Hospital

    A healthcare facility located in Rumbek.

  • Rumbek University

    One of the public universities in South Sudan located in Rumbek.

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01 · Overview

Rumbek, in brief

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02 · History

How Rumbek took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Rumbek

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Rumbek

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Rumbek

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Rumbek

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Rumbek

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08 · Questions

Questions about Rumbek

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rumbek

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Rumbek located and what are its coordinates?

Rumbek is situated in South Sudan at geographic coordinates 6.8062, 29.6774, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Rumbek?

Rumbek has a recorded population of approximately 32,083 and observes the Africa/Juba time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Rumbek?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Rumbek include English, with SSP used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Rumbek?

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