Climate Insights for Hlathikhulu

Shiselweni District, Eswatini

Hottest
January
26°C peak
Coldest
July
7°C low
Wettest
February
173mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Hlathikhulu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1020mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 173mm of rainfall. Hlathikhulu 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, February, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Feb Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Apr Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 14° May Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 10° Jun Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 8° Jul Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 7° Aug Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 9° Sep Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 12° Oct Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Nov Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Dec Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Hlathikhulu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 26°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 142mm Feb Precipitation: 173mm Mar Precipitation: 104mm Apr Precipitation: 88mm May Precipitation: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 13mm Jul Precipitation: 12mm Aug Precipitation: 23mm Sep Precipitation: 52mm Oct Precipitation: 86mm Nov Precipitation: 123mm Dec Precipitation: 173mm
Precipitation

Hlathikhulu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1020mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 173mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 12mm. That's 161mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Hlathikhulu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Hlathikhulu, which began on September 23, 2026. Hlathikhulu 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 7°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 260mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 487mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 10 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 225mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 7 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 22°
Mar 21°
Apr 18°
May 16°
Jun 14°
Jul 14°
Aug 16°
Sep 18°
Oct 18°
Nov 20°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Hlathikhulu is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 56mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 7°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hlathikhulu 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
17 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
88 mm
0 cm
May
10 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jun
8 °C
21 °C
8 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Jul
7 °C
21 °C
8 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Aug
9 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
12 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
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