Climate Overview
The climate in Oshamambe is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1174mm of precipitation falls per year. Oshamambe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Oshamambe is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 170cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Oshamambe vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Oshamambe is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1174mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 174mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 55mm. That's 119mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 170cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 44cm.
Wind
Oshamambe is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 22km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Oshamambe, which began on March 20, 2026. Oshamambe is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -4°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 225mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 402mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 4 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 344mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. Expect around 14cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -4 to 2°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 204mm for the season, averaging 68mm per month. Expect around 123cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Oshamambe 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.
