Climate Insights for Clarens

South Africa

Hottest
January
25°C peak76°F peak
Coldest
July
-1°C low31°F low
Wettest
December
156 mm rain6.2 in rain
Best to Visit
March, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Clarens is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 871 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 156 mm of rainfall. Clarens 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, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Light snow can occur between June and September.The climate in Clarens is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 34.3 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 6.2 in of rainfall. Clarens 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, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 31°F. Light snow can occur between June and September.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°FebMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°MarMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°AprMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 8°MayMax: 19°Average: 10°Min: 3°JunMax: 16°Average: 7°Min: 0°JulMax: 16°Average: 7°Min: -1°AugMax: 19°Average: 10°Min: 2°SepMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 6°OctMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 8°NovMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°DecMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 55°FFebMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 55°FMarMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FAprMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 46°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 51°FMin: 38°FJunMax: 61°FAverage: 45°FMin: 32°FJulMax: 61°FAverage: 45°FMin: 31°FAugMax: 66°FAverage: 50°FMin: 35°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 57°FMin: 43°FOctMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FDecMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°F
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Temperatures in Clarens vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°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 Clarens vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 31°F and the daily average is 45°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 128mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 138mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 156mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 6.2inSnow (in): 0in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Clarens is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 871 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 73 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 156 mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 9 mm. That's 147 mm less than December, 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and September, totalling around 5cm annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 2cm.Clarens is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 34.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.9 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 6.1 in of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.4 in. That's 5.8 in less than December, 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and September, totalling around 2in annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Clarens 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 September, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/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.Clarens 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 September, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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

Jan19°65°F
Feb18°65°F
Mar17°62°F
Apr14°56°F
May10°51°F
Jun7°45°F
Jul7°45°F
Aug10°50°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct16°60°F
Nov17°62°F
Dec18°64°F

The best time to visit Clarens is during March and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 76 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to -1°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 Clarens is during March and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 76°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 31°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 Clarens 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Clarens 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
13 °C55 °F
25 °C76 °F
9 km/h6 mph
128 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C55 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h5 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
11 °C52 °F
24 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
75 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
8 °C46 °F
20 °C69 °F
9 km/h5 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
3 °C38 °F
19 °C66 °F
8 km/h5 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
0 °C32 °F
16 °C61 °F
9 km/h6 mph
12 mm0.5 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
-1 °C31 °F
16 °C61 °F
10 km/h6 mph
9 mm0.4 in
1 cm0 in
Aug
2 °C35 °F
19 °C66 °F
10 km/h6 mph
18 mm0.7 in
1 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C43 °F
22 °C72 °F
11 km/h7 mph
31 mm1.2 in
2 cm1 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C51 °F
24 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
138 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
156 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in