Climate Insights for Johan Pienaar Airport

John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality, Northern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
December
31°C peak
Coldest
July
3°C low
Wettest
January
99mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Johan Pienaar Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 464mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 99mm of rainfall. Johan Pienaar 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: December, January, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 3°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 18° Feb Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17° Mar Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Apr Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 11° May Max: 23° Average: 14° Min: 7° Jun Max: 20° Average: 11° Min: 4° Jul Max: 20° Average: 11° Min: 3° Aug Max: 23° Average: 13° Min: 5° Sep Max: 27° Average: 18° Min: 9° Oct Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 13° Nov Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 15° Dec Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Johan Pienaar Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. 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: 99mm Feb Precipitation: 76mm Mar Precipitation: 60mm Apr Precipitation: 71mm May Precipitation: 9mm Jun Precipitation: 7mm Jul Precipitation: 2mm Aug Precipitation: 5mm Sep Precipitation: 7mm Oct Precipitation: 21mm Nov Precipitation: 39mm Dec Precipitation: 69mm
Precipitation

Johan Pienaar Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 464mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 39mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 99mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2mm. That's 97mm 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: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/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: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Johan Pienaar Airport 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 November, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/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

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

7 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Johan Pienaar Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Johan Pienaar 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 December at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 3°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 67mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. 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 17 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 244mm for the season, averaging 81mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 7 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. 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 3 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 13mm for the entire season. 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 23°
Mar 22°
Apr 18°
May 14°
Jun 11°
Jul 11°
Aug 13°
Sep 18°
Oct 21°
Nov 23°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Johan Pienaar Airport 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 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 55mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 3°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 Johan Pienaar 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
76 mm
0 cm
Mar
15 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Apr
11 °C
25 °C
11 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
May
7 °C
23 °C
10 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Jun
4 °C
20 °C
12 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Jul
3 °C
20 °C
12 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Aug
5 °C
23 °C
13 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
9 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
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