Climate Insights for Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED)

South Africa

Hottest
January
35°C peak95°F peak
Coldest
July
4°C low39°F low
Wettest
January
55 mm rain2.2 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 242 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 55 mm of rainfall. Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.The climate in Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 9.5 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 39°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 20°FebMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 20°MarMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 18°AprMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 14°MayMax: 25°Average: 16°Min: 9°JunMax: 22°Average: 13°Min: 5°JulMax: 21°Average: 12°Min: 4°AugMax: 24°Average: 14°Min: 5°SepMax: 28°Average: 19°Min: 10°OctMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 14°NovMax: 34°Average: 26°Min: 16°DecMax: 35°Average: 27°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 95°FAverage: 82°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 94°FAverage: 81°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 91°FAverage: 77°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 77°FAverage: 61°FMin: 48°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 55°FMin: 41°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 54°FMin: 39°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 58°FMin: 42°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 66°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 88°FAverage: 73°FMin: 57°FNovMax: 93°FAverage: 78°FMin: 61°FDecMax: 94°FAverage: 81°FMin: 66°F
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Temperatures in Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 12°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 95°F and an average of 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 39°F and an average of 54°F. The average daily temperature swing is 30°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: 55mmFebPrecipitation: 38mmMarPrecipitation: 32mmAprPrecipitation: 39mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 6mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 3mmOctPrecipitation: 10mmNovPrecipitation: 15mmDecPrecipitation: 36mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inFebPrecipitation: 1.5inMarPrecipitation: 1.3inAprPrecipitation: 1.5inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 0.6inDecPrecipitation: 1.4in
Precipitation

Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 242 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 55 mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 54 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.Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 9.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.8 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 2.1 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: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan28°82°F
Feb27°81°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr20°69°F
May16°61°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul12°54°F
Aug14°58°F
Sep19°66°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov26°78°F
Dec27°81°F

The best time to visit Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) is during March, April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 18 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) is during March, April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 95°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 39°F. 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 Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) 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 Donkiekraal Airstrip (CLOSED) 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
20 °C68 °F
35 °C95 °F
14 km/h8 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
34 °C94 °F
13 km/h8 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
33 °C91 °F
13 km/h8 mph
32 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C56 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
39 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
9 °C48 °F
25 °C77 °F
13 km/h8 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
5 °C41 °F
22 °C71 °F
14 km/h9 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
4 °C39 °F
21 °C70 °F
15 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
5 °C42 °F
24 °C75 °F
15 km/h9 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C49 °F
28 °C82 °F
15 km/h9 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C57 °F
31 °C88 °F
15 km/h9 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C61 °F
34 °C93 °F
15 km/h9 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
35 °C94 °F
15 km/h9 mph
36 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in