Climate Insights for Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED)

South Africa

Hottest
January
36°C peak97°F peak
Coldest
July
5°C low40°F low
Wettest
January
50 mm rain2 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 201 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 50 mm of rainfall. Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) 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.The climate in Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 7.9 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 2 in of rainfall. Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) 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 40°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 22°FebMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 22°MarMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 19°AprMax: 30°Average: 22°Min: 15°MayMax: 26°Average: 17°Min: 10°JunMax: 23°Average: 14°Min: 6°JulMax: 22°Average: 13°Min: 5°AugMax: 25°Average: 15°Min: 6°SepMax: 29°Average: 20°Min: 11°OctMax: 32°Average: 24°Min: 15°NovMax: 35°Average: 27°Min: 18°DecMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 72°FFebMax: 96°FAverage: 83°FMin: 71°FMarMax: 93°FAverage: 80°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 59°FMayMax: 80°FAverage: 63°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 56°FMin: 42°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 55°FMin: 40°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 59°FMin: 43°FSepMax: 84°FAverage: 68°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 90°FAverage: 75°FMin: 60°FNovMax: 95°FAverage: 80°FMin: 65°FDecMax: 97°FAverage: 83°FMin: 69°F
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Temperatures in Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 13°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 97°F and an average of 85°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 55°F. The average daily temperature swing is 29°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 50mmFebPrecipitation: 32mmMarPrecipitation: 23mmAprPrecipitation: 34mmMayPrecipitation: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 5mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 9mmDecPrecipitation: 32mm
Precipitation
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2inFebPrecipitation: 1.3inMarPrecipitation: 0.9inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 0.4inDecPrecipitation: 1.3in
Precipitation

Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 201 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 50 mm of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 50 mm 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.Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 7.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 2 in of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 2 in 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 13km/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.Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan29°85°F
Feb29°83°F
Mar27°80°F
Apr22°71°F
May17°63°F
Jun14°56°F
Jul13°55°F
Aug15°59°F
Sep20°68°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov27°80°F
Dec29°83°F

The best time to visit Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 97°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 40°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ashkam Airstrip (CLOSED) based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
22 °C72 °F
36 °C97 °F
14 km/h9 mph
50 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
22 °C71 °F
36 °C96 °F
13 km/h8 mph
32 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C67 °F
34 °C93 °F
13 km/h8 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C59 °F
30 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
10 °C50 °F
26 °C80 °F
13 km/h8 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
6 °C42 °F
23 °C73 °F
14 km/h8 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
5 °C40 °F
22 °C72 °F
14 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
6 °C43 °F
25 °C77 °F
14 km/h9 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
29 °C84 °F
15 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
15 °C60 °F
32 °C90 °F
15 km/h10 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C65 °F
35 °C95 °F
15 km/h9 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C69 °F
36 °C97 °F
15 km/h9 mph
32 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in