Climate Insights for Grootvlei Farm Airstrip

South Africa

Hottest
January
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
July
0°C low33°F low
Wettest
January
71 mm rain2.8 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Grootvlei Farm Airstrip is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 409 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 71 mm of rainfall. Grootvlei Farm Airstrip 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Light snow can occur between June and August.The climate in Grootvlei Farm Airstrip is temperate. The average annual temperature is 59°F and approximately 16.1 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 2.8 in of rainfall. Grootvlei Farm Airstrip 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 33°F. Light snow can occur between June and August.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 14°FebMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 13°MarMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°AprMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°MayMax: 19°Average: 11°Min: 5°JunMax: 15°Average: 8°Min: 2°JulMax: 15°Average: 7°Min: 0°AugMax: 17°Average: 9°Min: 1°SepMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 5°OctMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 8°NovMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 10°DecMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 12°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 57°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 56°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 66°FMin: 53°FAprMax: 71°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°FMayMax: 67°FAverage: 53°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 60°FAverage: 46°FMin: 35°FJulMax: 59°FAverage: 45°FMin: 33°FAugMax: 63°FAverage: 49°FMin: 35°FSepMax: 70°FAverage: 56°FMin: 41°FOctMax: 76°FAverage: 61°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 65°FMin: 50°FDecMax: 84°FAverage: 69°FMin: 54°F
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Temperatures in Grootvlei Farm Airstrip vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Grootvlei Farm Airstrip vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 33°F and an average of 45°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 71mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 13mmSnow: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 7mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 1inAugPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 1inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0in
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Grootvlei Farm Airstrip is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 409 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 34 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 71 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 7 mm. That's 64 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and August, totalling around 7cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.Grootvlei Farm Airstrip is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 16.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.3 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 2.8 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.3 in. That's 2.5 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and August, totalling around 3in annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
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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

Grootvlei Farm Airstrip 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 September, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Grootvlei Farm Airstrip 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 September, 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

Jan22°71°F
Feb21°69°F
Mar19°66°F
Apr15°58°F
May11°53°F
Jun8°46°F
Jul7°45°F
Aug9°49°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct16°61°F
Nov19°65°F
Dec21°69°F

The best time to visit Grootvlei Farm Airstrip is during January, February, March, 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 48 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Grootvlei Farm Airstrip is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 33°F. 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 Grootvlei Farm Airstrip 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Grootvlei Farm Airstrip 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
14 °C57 °F
29 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
71 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C56 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
12 °C53 °F
26 °C80 °F
12 km/h8 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
8 °C47 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h8 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
5 °C41 °F
19 °C67 °F
13 km/h8 mph
24 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
2 °C35 °F
15 °C60 °F
15 km/h9 mph
13 mm0.5 in
3 cm1 in
Jul
0 °C33 °F
15 °C59 °F
15 km/h9 mph
11 mm0.4 in
2 cm1 in
Aug
1 °C35 °F
17 °C63 °F
15 km/h9 mph
7 mm0.3 in
1 cm1 in
Sep
5 °C41 °F
21 °C70 °F
15 km/h9 mph
18 mm0.7 in
1 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
24 °C76 °F
14 km/h9 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C50 °F
27 °C80 °F
14 km/h9 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C54 °F
29 °C84 °F
15 km/h9 mph
47 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in