Climate Overview
The climate in Seshote is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 896mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 188mm of rainfall. Seshote is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -5°C. Light snow can occur between May and November.
Temperature
Temperatures in Seshote vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Seshote is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 896mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 75mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 188mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 10mm. That's 178mm less than January, 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. Light snowfall can occur between May and November, totalling around 26cm annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 6cm.
Wind
Seshote is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Seshote, which began on March 20, 2026. Seshote is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -5°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 200mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 487mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 169mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -5 to 14°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Expect around 14cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 Seshote 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.