Nomad Watch

About Rumbek

Rumbek, in central South Sudan, is a small, remote town with a slow pace and strong local culture. For digital nomads, it’s more suited to short, adventurous stays than long work setups: internet and power can be unreliable, and amenities are limited. 🌍🔌✨ Best for those seeking offbeat experiences and flexibility, not a polished remote-work hub.

Through the year

Best in December (54) · now 52
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 0 mm Feb: 0 mm Mar: 5 mm Apr: 28 mm May: 41 mm Jun: 50 mm Jul: 148 mm Aug: 142 mm Sep: 81 mm Oct: 57 mm Nov: 15 mm Dec: 0 mm Jan: 37°C / 23°C Feb: 39°C / 25°C Mar: 39°C / 26°C Apr: 38°C / 26°C May: 36°C / 25°C Jun: 34°C / 23°C Jul: 31°C / 22°C Aug: 31°C / 22°C Sep: 32°C / 22°C Oct: 34°C / 23°C Nov: 35°C / 23°C Dec: 37°C / 23°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 3.2
Internet Speed 1.0
Digital Nomad Popularity 0.2
Safety 1.5
Weather 3.4
Accommodation Cost 2.5
Nomad Friendly 0.7
Racial Tolerance 2.8
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Rumbek
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $141.76 per month
Coworking Space $39.26 per month
Coffee $0.33 per cup
Beer $0.98 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $1.31 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $9.81 per month
Mobile Plan $7.63 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $42.53 per month

Other cities in South Sudan

Other cities in South Sudan
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Juba $316 2.2 Compare
2 Wau No data 2.2 Compare
3 Malakal No data 1.8 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Wau SS South Sudan No data 2.2 Compare
2 Juba SS South Sudan $316 2.2 Compare
3 Malakal SS South Sudan No data 1.8 Compare
4 Gulu UG Uganda $1,461 4.8 Compare

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