Climate Insights for Cacadu

South Africa

Hottest
January
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
4°C low38°F low
Wettest
January
149 mm rain5.9 in rain
Best to Visit
April, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cacadu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 939 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 149 mm of rainfall. Cacadu 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 4°C.The climate in Cacadu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 37 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5.9 in of rainfall. Cacadu 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 38°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°FebMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 14°MarMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°AprMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 10°MayMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 7°JunMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 4°JulMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 4°AugMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 4°SepMax: 23°Average: 14°Min: 7°OctMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°NovMax: 25°Average: 17°Min: 11°DecMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 68°FMin: 58°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FAprMax: 72°FAverage: 60°FMin: 49°FMayMax: 70°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 65°FAverage: 51°FMin: 40°FJulMax: 65°FAverage: 50°FMin: 38°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 53°FMin: 40°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 58°FMin: 45°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 61°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 77°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°F
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Temperatures in Cacadu 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 20°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Cacadu vary considerably across the year, with a 43°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 68°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 25°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 149mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 136mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 48mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 105mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 141mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.9inFebPrecipitation: 5.3inMarPrecipitation: 4.8inAprPrecipitation: 3.5inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.8inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 0.6inSepPrecipitation: 1.9inOctPrecipitation: 2.7inNovPrecipitation: 4.1inDecPrecipitation: 5.6in
Precipitation

Cacadu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 939 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 78 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 149 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 15 mm. That's 135 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.Cacadu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 37 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 5.3 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: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Cacadu 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 July, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Cacadu 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 July, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°68°F
Feb20°67°F
Mar19°66°F
Apr15°60°F
May13°55°F
Jun11°51°F
Jul10°50°F
Aug12°53°F
Sep14°58°F
Oct16°61°F
Nov17°63°F
Dec19°66°F

The best time to visit Cacadu is during April and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 78 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. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Cacadu is during April and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 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 38°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cacadu 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 Cacadu 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
14 °C58 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
149 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
14 °C58 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
136 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
13 °C56 °F
26 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
121 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
10 °C49 °F
22 °C72 °F
9 km/h6 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
7 °C44 °F
21 °C70 °F
10 km/h6 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
4 °C40 °F
18 °C65 °F
12 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
4 °C38 °F
18 °C65 °F
12 km/h8 mph
15 mm0.6 in
1 cm0 in
Aug
4 °C40 °F
20 °C68 °F
11 km/h7 mph
16 mm0.6 in
1 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C45 °F
23 °C73 °F
11 km/h7 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
67 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
11 °C51 °F
25 °C77 °F
10 km/h6 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C55 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
141 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in