Climate Insights for Bethal
Climate Overview
The climate in Bethal is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 807 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 156 mm of rainfall. Bethal 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: October, January, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 3°C.The climate in Bethal is temperate. The average annual temperature is 61°F and approximately 31.8 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 6.1 in of rainfall. Bethal 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: October, January, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 38°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bethal vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 18°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 10°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 Bethal vary considerably across the year, with a 40°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 64°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 38°F and an average of 50°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bethal is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 807 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 156 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 4 mm. That's 152 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.Bethal is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 31.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 6.1 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 6 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
Bethal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.Bethal is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bethal is during March, April, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 58 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Bethal is during March, April, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.3 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 38°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 Bethal 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 Bethal 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.