Climate Overview
The climate in Fistantkraal is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 362mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Fistantkraal 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: July, January, May. The coldest months are November, December, October, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Light snow can occur between November and November.
Temperature
Fistantkraal has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 12°C with a mean of 11°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Fistantkraal is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 362mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 30mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1mm. That's 31mm 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. Light snowfall can occur between November and November, totalling around 9cm annually. November is the snowiest month with approximately 9cm.
Wind
Fistantkraal 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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 8km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.
Seasons
16 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Fistantkraal, which began on June 21, 2026. Fistantkraal 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 July at around 12°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 3°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 3 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 6 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 67mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 12°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Fistantkraal 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.