Climate Overview
The climate in Tambo is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1588mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 290mm of rainfall. Tambo 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: November, October, September. The coldest months are June, July, August, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Tambo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -3°C to 14°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 6°C. The coldest month is June, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Tambo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1588mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 132mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 290mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 22mm. That's 268mm less than February, 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 January and December, totalling around 11cm annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 2cm.
Wind
Tambo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Tambo, which began on September 23, 2026. Tambo 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 November at around 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near -3°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 298mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 2 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 756mm across the season with a monthly average of 252mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 463mm across the season with a monthly average of 154mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 72mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A warm coat and layers are recommended, especially for early mornings and evenings.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tambo 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.