Climate Insights for Caledon

Overberg District Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa

Hottest
March
9°C peak
Coldest
July
1°C low
Wettest
December
33mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Caledon is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 383mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Caledon 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: March, February, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from April to September, with around 133cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

10° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 9° Average: 7° Min: 6° Feb Max: 9° Average: 8° Min: 5° Mar Max: 9° Average: 8° Min: 6° Apr Max: 8° Average: 6° Min: 4° May Max: 4° Average: 3° Min: 2° Jun Max: 3° Average: 2° Min: 2° Jul Max: 4° Average: 3° Min: 1° Aug Max: 6° Average: 3° Min: 2° Sep Max: 8° Average: 6° Min: 3° Oct Max: 8° Average: 6° Min: 4° Nov Max: 8° Average: 6° Min: 4° Dec Max: 7° Average: 4° Min: 2°
Max
Average
Min

Caledon has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 9°C with a mean of 8°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 17mm May Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Jul Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 26mm Aug Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 20mm Sep Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 4mm Oct Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Caledon is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 383mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 32mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 33mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 22mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to September, with around 133cm accumulating over the season. May typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 16km/h Jun Wind Speed: 19km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 16km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Caledon is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 11km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 16km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Caledon, which began on June 21, 2026. Caledon 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 March at around 9°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 1°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 3 to 8°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 2 to 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 2 to 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 50cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 1 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 79cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Caledon 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
6 °C
9 °C
8 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Feb
5 °C
9 °C
9 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Mar
6 °C
9 °C
10 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Apr
4 °C
8 °C
12 km/h
33 mm
17 cm
May
2 °C
4 °C
16 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Jun
2 °C
3 °C
19 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Jul
1 °C
4 °C
16 km/h
33 mm
26 cm
Aug
2 °C
6 °C
14 km/h
33 mm
20 cm
Sep Current
3 °C
8 °C
16 km/h
33 mm
4 cm
Oct
4 °C
8 °C
15 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Nov
4 °C
8 °C
12 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Dec
2 °C
7 °C
10 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
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