Climate Insights for Hlabisa

uMkhanyakude District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Hottest
January
31°C peak
Coldest
July
13°C low
Wettest
February
119mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Hlabisa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 753mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 119mm of rainfall. Hlabisa 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, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 13°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Mar Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Apr Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Jun Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 13° Jul Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 13° Aug Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Sep Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Oct Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Nov Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Dec Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Hlabisa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 31°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 100mm Feb Precipitation: 119mm Mar Precipitation: 80mm Apr Precipitation: 71mm May Precipitation: 46mm Jun Precipitation: 19mm Jul Precipitation: 11mm Aug Precipitation: 17mm Sep Precipitation: 43mm Oct Precipitation: 66mm Nov Precipitation: 84mm Dec Precipitation: 96mm
Precipitation

Hlabisa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 753mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 119mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 11mm. That's 107mm less than February, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Hlabisa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/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.

Seasons

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

7 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Hlabisa, which began on June 21, 2026. Hlabisa 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 13°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 193mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 315mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 197mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 25°
Mar 25°
Apr 23°
May 20°
Jun 18°
Jul 18°
Aug 20°
Sep 21°
Oct 21°
Nov 23°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Hlabisa is during 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 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 53mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. 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 Hlabisa 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
21 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
100 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
119 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
26 °C
11 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
25 °C
12 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
16 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
26 °C
14 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
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