Climate Insights for Carnarvon

South Africa

Hottest
January
32°C peak90°F peak
Coldest
July
3°C low37°F low
Wettest
January
35 mm rain1.4 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Carnarvon is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 213 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 35 mm of rainfall. Carnarvon 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 3°C.The climate in Carnarvon is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 8.4 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 1.4 in of rainfall. Carnarvon 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 37°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 17°FebMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 16°MarMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°AprMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°MayMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 7°JunMax: 17°Average: 10°Min: 4°JulMax: 16°Average: 9°Min: 3°AugMax: 19°Average: 11°Min: 4°SepMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 7°OctMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 10°NovMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 12°DecMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 90°FAverage: 77°FMin: 62°FFebMax: 88°FAverage: 75°FMin: 61°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 71°FMin: 58°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FMayMax: 69°FAverage: 57°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 62°FAverage: 50°FMin: 39°FJulMax: 61°FAverage: 48°FMin: 37°FAugMax: 66°FAverage: 52°FMin: 39°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 59°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 51°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 71°FMin: 54°FDecMax: 88°FAverage: 74°FMin: 59°F
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Temperatures in Carnarvon vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Carnarvon vary considerably across the year, with a 53°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 37°F and an average of 48°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 8mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 0mm
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Snow
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0in
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Carnarvon is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 213 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 35 mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 mm. That's 33 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.Carnarvon is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 8.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 1.4 in of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 1.3 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/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 19km/hFebWind Speed: 18km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 17km/hJulWind Speed: 18km/hAugWind Speed: 18km/hSepWind Speed: 18km/hOctWind Speed: 19km/hNovWind Speed: 20km/hDecWind Speed: 20km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 11mphAugWind Speed: 11mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 12mphNovWind Speed: 12mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

Carnarvon is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 16km/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.Carnarvon is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10mph, 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

Jan25°77°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar22°71°F
Apr17°63°F
May14°57°F
Jun10°50°F
Jul9°48°F
Aug11°52°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct19°66°F
Nov22°71°F
Dec24°74°F

The best time to visit Carnarvon is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 24 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 3°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Carnarvon is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 37°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 Carnarvon 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 Carnarvon 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
17 °C62 °F
32 °C90 °F
19 km/h12 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C61 °F
31 °C88 °F
18 km/h11 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C58 °F
29 °C84 °F
17 km/h10 mph
32 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
11 °C51 °F
24 °C75 °F
16 km/h10 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
7 °C45 °F
21 °C69 °F
16 km/h10 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
4 °C39 °F
17 °C62 °F
17 km/h11 mph
12 mm0.5 in
2 cm1 in
Jul
3 °C37 °F
16 °C61 °F
18 km/h11 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
4 °C39 °F
19 °C66 °F
18 km/h11 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C44 °F
23 °C73 °F
18 km/h11 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
10 °C51 °F
26 °C79 °F
19 km/h12 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
12 °C54 °F
29 °C84 °F
20 km/h12 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C59 °F
31 °C88 °F
20 km/h12 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in