Climate Insights for Cassel

South Africa

Hottest
December
31°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
July
3°C low37°F low
Wettest
January
75 mm rain2.9 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cassel is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 438 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 75 mm of rainfall. Cassel 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: December, January, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 3°C.The climate in Cassel is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 17.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 2.9 in of rainfall. Cassel 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: December, January, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 37°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 18°FebMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°MarMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°AprMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°MayMax: 23°Average: 14°Min: 7°JunMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 4°JulMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 3°AugMax: 23°Average: 14°Min: 5°SepMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 10°OctMax: 30°Average: 22°Min: 13°NovMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 15°DecMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 17°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 64°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 58°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 52°FMin: 39°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 52°FMin: 37°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 57°FMin: 42°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 65°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 56°FNovMax: 88°FAverage: 74°FMin: 60°FDecMax: 89°FAverage: 76°FMin: 63°F
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Temperatures in Cassel vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°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 Cassel vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 37°F and an average of 52°F. The average daily temperature swing is 28°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 75mmFebPrecipitation: 75mmMarPrecipitation: 57mmAprPrecipitation: 69mmMayPrecipitation: 8mmJunPrecipitation: 7mmJulPrecipitation: 3mmAugPrecipitation: 5mmSepPrecipitation: 6mmOctPrecipitation: 18mmNovPrecipitation: 47mmDecPrecipitation: 69mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.9inFebPrecipitation: 2.9inMarPrecipitation: 2.3inAprPrecipitation: 2.7inMayPrecipitation: 0.3inJunPrecipitation: 0.3inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 0.7inNovPrecipitation: 1.9inDecPrecipitation: 2.7in
Precipitation

Cassel is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 438 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 75 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3 mm. That's 72 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.Cassel is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 3 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.1 in. That's 2.8 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: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Cassel 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 November, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/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.Cassel is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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°76°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar22°71°F
Apr18°64°F
May14°58°F
Jun11°52°F
Jul11°52°F
Aug14°57°F
Sep19°65°F
Oct22°71°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec24°76°F

The best time to visit Cassel is during January, February, March, April, September, 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 52 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 Cassel is during January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 37°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 Cassel 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 Cassel 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
18 °C65 °F
31 °C88 °F
12 km/h8 mph
75 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C64 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h7 mph
75 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C60 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
57 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C53 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
7 °C44 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
4 °C39 °F
20 °C69 °F
12 km/h8 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
3 °C37 °F
20 °C68 °F
13 km/h8 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
5 °C42 °F
23 °C74 °F
14 km/h9 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C49 °F
27 °C81 °F
15 km/h9 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
13 °C56 °F
30 °C85 °F
15 km/h9 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
15 °C60 °F
31 °C88 °F
15 km/h9 mph
47 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
31 °C89 °F
14 km/h9 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in