Climate Insights for Ikgomotseng

Lejweleputswa District Municipality, Free State, South Africa

Hottest
January
31°C peak
Coldest
July
1°C low
Wettest
January
92mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ikgomotseng is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 552mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 92mm of rainfall. Ikgomotseng 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 1°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 18° Feb Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17° Mar Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 15° Apr Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 10° May Max: 22° Average: 13° Min: 5° Jun Max: 20° Average: 10° Min: 2° Jul Max: 19° Average: 10° Min: 1° Aug Max: 22° Average: 12° Min: 3° Sep Max: 26° Average: 17° Min: 8° Oct Max: 29° Average: 20° Min: 11° Nov Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 14° Dec Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 16°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Ikgomotseng vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 10°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.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 92mm Feb Precipitation: 73mm Mar Precipitation: 66mm Apr Precipitation: 82mm May Precipitation: 16mm Jun Precipitation: 7mm Jul Precipitation: 10mm Aug Precipitation: 9mm Sep Precipitation: 15mm Oct Precipitation: 39mm Nov Precipitation: 61mm Dec Precipitation: 83mm
Precipitation

Ikgomotseng is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 552mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 46mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 92mm of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 7mm. That's 85mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 11km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Ikgomotseng is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap 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 Ikgomotseng, which began on June 21, 2026. Ikgomotseng 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 1°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 8 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 114mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 248mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 5 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 164mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 1 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 25mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 23°
Mar 21°
Apr 17°
May 13°
Jun 10°
Jul 10°
Aug 12°
Sep 17°
Oct 20°
Nov 22°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Ikgomotseng is during January, February, March, April, 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 64mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°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 Ikgomotseng 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
18 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
73 mm
0 cm
Mar
15 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Apr
10 °C
25 °C
10 km/h
82 mm
0 cm
May
5 °C
22 °C
9 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Jun
2 °C
20 °C
10 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Jul
1 °C
19 °C
11 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Aug
3 °C
22 °C
11 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
8 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
61 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
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