Climate Insights for Centane

Amathole District Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
January
27°C peak
Coldest
July
10°C low
Wettest
March
109mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Centane is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 849mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 109mm of rainfall. Centane 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, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Feb Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Apr Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° May Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Jun Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 11° Jul Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 10° Aug Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 11° Sep Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° Oct Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Nov Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Dec Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Centane sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 27°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 99mm Feb Precipitation: 92mm Mar Precipitation: 109mm Apr Precipitation: 97mm May Precipitation: 43mm Jun Precipitation: 38mm Jul Precipitation: 20mm Aug Precipitation: 23mm Sep Precipitation: 64mm Oct Precipitation: 83mm Nov Precipitation: 86mm Dec Precipitation: 94mm
Precipitation

Centane is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 849mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 109mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 20mm. That's 88mm less than March, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Centane 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 July, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

8 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Centane, which began on June 21, 2026. Centane 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 January at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 10°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 233mm for the season, averaging 78mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 285mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 249mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 82mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 22°
Mar 21°
Apr 19°
May 18°
Jun 16°
Jul 16°
Aug 16°
Sep 17°
Oct 18°
Nov 19°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Centane is during January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 67mm per month. 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 Centane 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Jun
11 °C
23 °C
13 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
22 °C
14 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
23 °C
13 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
12 °C
23 °C
13 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
23 °C
14 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
25 °C
13 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
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