Climate Insights for De Rust

Eden District Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa

Hottest
January
30°C peak
Coldest
July
4°C low
Wettest
September
37mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in De Rust is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 322mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 37mm of rainfall. De Rust 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 4°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 16° Feb Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Mar Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Apr Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° May Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 8° Jun Max: 18° Average: 11° Min: 5° Jul Max: 17° Average: 10° Min: 4° Aug Max: 19° Average: 11° Min: 5° Sep Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 7° Oct Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Nov Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 11° Dec Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in De Rust vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 37mm Snow: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

De Rust is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 322mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 37mm of rainfall. June and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 20mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

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

De Rust 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 December, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 13km/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.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in De Rust, which began on March 20, 2026. De Rust 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 4°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 7 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 92mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 77mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 8 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 73mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. 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 4 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 80mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 20°
Apr 17°
May 14°
Jun 11°
Jul 10°
Aug 11°
Sep 14°
Oct 17°
Nov 18°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit De Rust 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 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 26mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°C. 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 De Rust 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
30 °C
16 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
14 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Apr
11 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
May
8 °C
21 °C
13 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Jun
5 °C
18 °C
14 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Jul
4 °C
17 °C
14 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Aug
5 °C
19 °C
15 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Sep
7 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
37 mm
1 cm
Oct
10 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
26 °C
16 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
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