Climate Insights for Balmoral

South Africa

Hottest
January
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
4°C low40°F low
Wettest
December
141 mm rain5.5 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Balmoral is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 750 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 141 mm of rainfall. Balmoral 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.The climate in Balmoral is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 29.5 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 5.5 in of rainfall. Balmoral 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 40°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°FebMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°MarMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°AprMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°MayMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 8°JunMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°JulMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 4°AugMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 7°SepMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 11°OctMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°NovMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°DecMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°
Max
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 59°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FMayMax: 72°FAverage: 58°FMin: 46°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 53°FMin: 40°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 53°FMin: 40°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 59°FMin: 45°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 56°FNovMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 58°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 61°F
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Temperatures in Balmoral vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Balmoral vary considerably across the year, with a 41°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 53°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 130mmFebPrecipitation: 132mmMarPrecipitation: 74mmAprPrecipitation: 62mmMayPrecipitation: 21mmJunPrecipitation: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 6mmAugPrecipitation: 4mmSepPrecipitation: 18mmOctPrecipitation: 60mmNovPrecipitation: 99mmDecPrecipitation: 141mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.1inFebPrecipitation: 5.2inMarPrecipitation: 2.9inAprPrecipitation: 2.4inMayPrecipitation: 0.8inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inOctPrecipitation: 2.3inNovPrecipitation: 3.9inDecPrecipitation: 5.5in
Precipitation

Balmoral is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 750 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 141 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 4 mm. That's 137 mm less than December, 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.Balmoral is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.6 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0.2 in. That's 5.4 in less than December, 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: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Balmoral is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Balmoral is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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

Jan21°71°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar20°68°F
Apr17°63°F
May14°58°F
Jun12°53°F
Jul12°53°F
Aug15°59°F
Sep19°66°F
Oct20°68°F
Nov20°69°F
Dec21°70°F

The best time to visit Balmoral is during March, April, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 63 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Balmoral is during March, April, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 81°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 40°F. 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 Balmoral 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 Balmoral 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
16 °C61 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h6 mph
130 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C62 °F
27 °C80 °F
9 km/h6 mph
132 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C59 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
74 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
8 km/h5 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
8 °C46 °F
22 °C72 °F
8 km/h5 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
5 °C40 °F
20 °C68 °F
9 km/h6 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
4 °C40 °F
20 °C68 °F
10 km/h6 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C45 °F
23 °C73 °F
11 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
26 °C79 °F
12 km/h7 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
13 °C56 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
60 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
15 °C58 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
16 °C61 °F
27 °C80 °F
10 km/h6 mph
141 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in