Climate Insights for Louis Trichardt Airport

South Africa

Hottest
December
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
July
8°C low47°F low
Wettest
February
106 mm rain4.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Louis Trichardt Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 411 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 106 mm of rainfall. Louis Trichardt 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, November, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Louis Trichardt Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 16.2 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.2 in of rainfall. Louis Trichardt 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, November, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 47°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°FebMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°MarMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°AprMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 15°MayMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°JunMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°JulMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 8°AugMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 11°SepMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°OctMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°NovMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°DecMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 69°FMin: 59°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 70°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 84°FAverage: 72°FMin: 60°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 74°FMin: 64°FDecMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 66°F
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Temperatures in Louis Trichardt Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Louis Trichardt Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 59°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 78mmFebPrecipitation: 106mmMarPrecipitation: 27mmAprPrecipitation: 18mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 4mmOctPrecipitation: 15mmNovPrecipitation: 51mmDecPrecipitation: 101mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.1inFebPrecipitation: 4.2inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inAprPrecipitation: 0.7inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inNovPrecipitation: 2inDecPrecipitation: 4in
Precipitation

Louis Trichardt Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 411 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 34 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 106 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 mm. That's 104 mm 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.Louis Trichardt Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 16.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.3 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.2 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 4.1 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Louis Trichardt Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/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.Louis Trichardt Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°75°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr21°69°F
May18°64°F
Jun15°60°F
Jul15°59°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct22°72°F
Nov24°74°F
Dec24°76°F

The best time to visit Louis Trichardt Airport is during January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 20 mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Louis Trichardt Airport is during January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 86°F. 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 Louis Trichardt 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Louis Trichardt Airport 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. 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
19 °C66 °F
29 °C85 °F
12 km/h7 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
106 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C59 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h6 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C52 °F
25 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C47 °F
23 °C74 °F
9 km/h5 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
8 °C47 °F
23 °C73 °F
9 km/h6 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
26 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
28 °C83 °F
11 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C60 °F
29 °C84 °F
12 km/h8 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C64 °F
30 °C85 °F
11 km/h7 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
30 °C86 °F
11 km/h7 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in