Climate Overview
The climate in East London Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 698mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 85mm of rainfall. East London Airport 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.
Temperature
East London Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
East London Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 698mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 58mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 85mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 21mm. That's 64mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
East London Airport 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 16km/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 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
8 days until Spring
It is currently winter in East London Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. East London Airport 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 11°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 194mm for the season, averaging 65mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 18 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 217mm for the season, averaging 72mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 206mm for the season, averaging 69mm 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 11 to 22°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
The best time to visit East London Airport is during January, February, March, 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 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 58mm 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 East London Airport 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.