Climate Insights for Ka-Mhinga

Vhembe District Municipality, Limpopo, South Africa

Hottest
December
31°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
February
160mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ka-Mhinga is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 655mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 160mm of rainfall. Ka-Mhinga 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, November, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Mar Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Apr Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 13° Jun Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 11° Jul Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Aug Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 13° Sep Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Oct Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 17° Nov Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 19° Dec Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Ka-Mhinga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 31°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 115mm Feb Precipitation: 160mm Mar Precipitation: 59mm Apr Precipitation: 36mm May Precipitation: 15mm Jun Precipitation: 6mm Jul Precipitation: 7mm Aug Precipitation: 9mm Sep Precipitation: 26mm Oct Precipitation: 29mm Nov Precipitation: 60mm Dec Precipitation: 131mm
Precipitation

Ka-Mhinga is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 655mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 160mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 6mm. That's 154mm 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 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 16km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Ka-Mhinga is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Ka-Mhinga, which began on March 20, 2026. Ka-Mhinga 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 11°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 115mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 407mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 110mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 22mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 24°
Apr 22°
May 20°
Jun 17°
Jul 17°
Aug 19°
Sep 22°
Oct 24°
Nov 25°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Ka-Mhinga is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 23mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ka-Mhinga 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
30 °C
16 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
160 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Jun
11 °C
25 °C
13 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
31 °C
16 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
31 °C
15 km/h
131 mm
0 cm
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