Climate Insights for Tshela

The climate in Tshela is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1431mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 254mm of rainfall. Tshela sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Tshela sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Tshela is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1431mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 254mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 11mm. That's 244mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Tshela is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Tshela, which began on June 21, 2026. Tshela sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (3 days from now).

The best time to visit Tshela is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 16mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tshela based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.