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Pajok, South Sudan

Eastern Equatoria · South Sudan

Pajok is a mid-size city in Eastern Equatoria, South Sudan with a population of 49,000. Elevation: 2,700 ft (823 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

49,000 Population 16/sq mi density
2,700 ft Elevation 823 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
47.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Juba Timezone

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About Pajok

Pajok is a community in Eastern Equatoria, a state of South Sudan. It is in the southern part of Magwi County, 39 kilometres south of Magwi, near the border with Uganda.

People

Population49,000
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation2,700 ft (823 m)
Population49,000
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation2,700 ft (823 m)
Coordinates3.8651°, 32.4821°
TimezoneAfrica/Juba
Country🇸🇸 South Sudan
State / ProvinceEastern Equatoria
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation47.2 inches (1,200 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pajok

Pajok is a mid-size city in South Sudan (Eastern Equatoria) with a population of 49,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,700 feet (823 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Juba.

Climate in Pajok

Pajok has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.3°C), the coldest is Jul (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1570 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.5°C / 78°F 16.9° / 35.1° 32.6
Feb 27°C / 81°F 18° / 37° 26.5
Mar 27.3°C / 81°F 19° / 38.7° 61.7
Apr 26.1°C / 79°F 19° / 36.5° 89.3
May 25.1°C / 77°F 18.4° / 33.5° 165.8
Jun 23.5°C / 74°F 17.7° / 31.5° 197.4
Jul 22.5°C / 73°F 17.4° / 29.4° 174.3
Aug 22.9°C / 73°F 17.3° / 30.4° 149.6
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 17.8° / 31° 210.9
Oct 23.6°C / 74°F 18° / 30.9° 236.7
Nov 23.3°C / 74°F 17.1° / 30.4° 128.1
Dec 24°C / 75°F 16.3° / 32.2° 97.0
Pajok has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,700 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above South Sudan avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,700 ft (823 m)
Area3,155.2 sq mi (8,172.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates3.8651°N, 32.4821°W
TimezoneAfrica/Juba

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.2"
24% above South Sudan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.05"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2.

May 20, 1990 69 km ENE of Juba, South Sudan M7.2 145 km
May 27, 1990 18 km ESE of Juba, South Sudan M5.0 133 km
Jan 5, 1991 63 km ENE of Juba, South Sudan M4.9 149 km
Jul 27, 1990 60 km ENE of Juba, South Sudan M4.8 142 km
Feb 9, 1991 87 km N of Torit, South Sudan M4.8 148 km
May 25, 1990 41 km SSW of Juba, South Sudan M4.8 130 km
Jan 5, 2019 44 km SSE of Yumbe, Uganda M4.8 148 km
Oct 13, 1992 58 km E of Juba, South Sudan M4.7 111 km
Jul 19, 1990 66 km S of Juba, South Sudan M4.6 113 km
Jun 3, 1990 40 km SE of Juba, South Sudan M4.6 108 km
Oct 12, 1992 51 km ENE of Juba, South Sudan M4.6 138 km
May 20, 1990 45 km WNW of Torit, South Sudan M4.6 82 km
Sep 29, 1990 50 km ENE of Juba, South Sudan M4.5 148 km
Jun 18, 1990 46 km ENE of Juba, South Sudan M4.5 132 km
Jul 15, 1990 69 km ENE of Juba, South Sudan M4.5 131 km
Feb 25, 2022 80 km NNW of Torit, South Sudan M4.5 137 km
Jun 26, 2021 59 km E of Yei, South Sudan M4.4 143 km
Jan 22, 1999 62 km NNW of Torit, South Sudan M4.3 119 km
Aug 10, 2002 58 km W of Kitgum, Uganda M4.0 62 km
Jun 7, 2004 30 km W of Adjumani, Uganda M3.7 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in Warmest
March 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in
April 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.7 in
June 76°F (25°C) 5.4 in
July 74°F (24°C) 6.9 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in
October 76°F (25°C) 5.4 in
November 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in

Pajok has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in July to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Pajok

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lerwa primary school - - - -
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Airports Near Pajok

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adjumani Airport-Small Airport
Kitgum Airport-Small Airport
Moyo AirportOYGSmall Airport
Nimule Airport-Small Airport
Torit Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Juba
Elevation
823 m (2,700 ft)

🇸🇸 About South Sudan

Capital Juba
Population 8,260,490
Area 644,329 km²
GDP per capita $1,080
HDI 0.381
Life expectancy 57.6 years
Internet users 9.3%
Urban population 21.1%
Currency SSP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +211
TLD .ss
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pajok

What is the population of Pajok?

Pajok has a population of 49,000 residents and is located in South Sudan. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 3,155.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pajok?

Pajok has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.

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