Climate Insights for Coronation

Zululand District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
July
6°C low
Wettest
December
146mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Coronation is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 822mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 146mm of rainfall. Coronation 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: February, January, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Feb Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Mar Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Apr Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° May Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 9° Jun Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 6° Jul Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 6° Aug Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 8° Sep Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Oct Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 12° Nov Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Dec Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16°
Max
Average
Min

Coronation sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 6°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°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: 107mm Feb Precipitation: 125mm Mar Precipitation: 79mm Apr Precipitation: 73mm May Precipitation: 29mm Jun Precipitation: 9mm Jul Precipitation: 13mm Aug Precipitation: 16mm Sep Precipitation: 40mm Oct Precipitation: 81mm Nov Precipitation: 105mm Dec Precipitation: 146mm
Precipitation

Coronation is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 822mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 69mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 146mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 9mm. That's 137mm 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.

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: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 17km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Coronation is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 17km/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 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Coronation, which began on March 20, 2026. Coronation 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 February at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 6°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 11 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 226mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 378mm across the season with a monthly average of 126mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 9 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 181mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. 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 6 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 38mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 21°
Mar 20°
Apr 18°
May 15°
Jun 13°
Jul 13°
Aug 15°
Sep 17°
Oct 18°
Nov 19°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Coronation is during March, April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 60mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. 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 Coronation 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
16 °C
26 °C
15 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
26 °C
15 km/h
125 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
15 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
May
9 °C
23 °C
12 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Jun
6 °C
21 °C
14 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Jul
6 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Aug
8 °C
23 °C
16 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
24 °C
17 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Oct
12 °C
24 °C
17 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
25 °C
17 km/h
105 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
26 °C
16 km/h
146 mm
0 cm
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