Climate Insights for Maclear Airport

South Africa

Hottest
January
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
July
1°C low34°F low
Wettest
December
188 mm rain7.4 in rain
Best to Visit
October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Maclear Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,182 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 188 mm of rainfall. Maclear 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: January, February, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 1°C.The climate in Maclear Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 58°F and approximately 46.5 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 7.4 in of rainfall. Maclear 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: January, February, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 34°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 14°FebMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 14°MarMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°AprMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 9°MayMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°JunMax: 18°Average: 9°Min: 2°JulMax: 18°Average: 9°Min: 1°AugMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 3°SepMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 7°OctMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°NovMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 11°DecMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 57°FFebMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 57°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FAprMax: 70°FAverage: 58°FMin: 48°FMayMax: 69°FAverage: 53°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 65°FAverage: 49°FMin: 36°FJulMax: 65°FAverage: 48°FMin: 34°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 52°FMin: 38°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 57°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 73°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FDecMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°F
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Temperatures in Maclear Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Maclear Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 43°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 77°F with a mean of 66°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 34°F and an average of 48°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 187mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 174mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 139mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 61mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 142mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 188mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 7.3inFebPrecipitation: 6.9inMarPrecipitation: 5.5inAprPrecipitation: 3.8inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.9inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 1inSepPrecipitation: 2.4inOctPrecipitation: 3.8inNovPrecipitation: 5.6inDecPrecipitation: 7.4in
Precipitation

Maclear Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,182 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 188 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 15 mm. That's 173 mm less than December, 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.Maclear Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 7.4 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 6.8 in less than December, 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Maclear Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Maclear Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan19°66°F
Feb19°66°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr15°58°F
May12°53°F
Jun9°49°F
Jul9°48°F
Aug11°52°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct15°59°F
Nov17°62°F
Dec18°64°F

The best time to visit Maclear Airport is during October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 97 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Maclear Airport is during October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 59°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 77°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 34°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Maclear 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 Maclear 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
14 °C57 °F
25 °C77 °F
7 km/h5 mph
187 mm7.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
14 °C57 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
174 mm6.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
13 °C55 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
139 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
9 °C48 °F
21 °C70 °F
7 km/h4 mph
98 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
5 °C41 °F
20 °C69 °F
7 km/h4 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
2 °C36 °F
18 °C65 °F
7 km/h5 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
1 °C34 °F
18 °C65 °F
8 km/h5 mph
15 mm0.6 in
1 cm0 in
Aug
3 °C38 °F
20 °C68 °F
8 km/h5 mph
27 mm1 in
1 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C44 °F
22 °C71 °F
8 km/h5 mph
61 mm2.4 in
1 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
22 °C72 °F
9 km/h5 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
11 °C51 °F
23 °C73 °F
8 km/h5 mph
142 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C55 °F
24 °C75 °F
8 km/h5 mph
188 mm7.4 in
0 cm0 in