Climate Insights for Mangxongweni

South Africa

Hottest
January
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
6°C low42°F low
Wettest
January
112 mm rain4.4 in rain
Best to Visit
April, September, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mangxongweni is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 819 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 112 mm of rainfall. Mangxongweni 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 6°C.The climate in Mangxongweni is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 32.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 4.4 in of rainfall. Mangxongweni 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 42°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°FebMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 16°MarMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°AprMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 12°MayMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°JunMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 6°JulMax: 21°Average: 12°Min: 6°AugMax: 22°Average: 13°Min: 7°SepMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°OctMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°NovMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°DecMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 14°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 69°FMin: 60°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 60°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FAprMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 53°FMayMax: 73°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 55°FMin: 43°FJulMax: 69°FAverage: 54°FMin: 42°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 56°FMin: 44°FSepMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 57°F
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Temperatures in Mangxongweni vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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 Mangxongweni vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 112mmFebPrecipitation: 104mmMarPrecipitation: 102mmAprPrecipitation: 84mmMayPrecipitation: 28mmJunPrecipitation: 25mmJulPrecipitation: 14mmAugPrecipitation: 20mmSepPrecipitation: 51mmOctPrecipitation: 78mmNovPrecipitation: 91mmDecPrecipitation: 111mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.4inFebPrecipitation: 4.1inMarPrecipitation: 4inAprPrecipitation: 3.3inMayPrecipitation: 1.1inJunPrecipitation: 1inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 0.8inSepPrecipitation: 2inOctPrecipitation: 3.1inNovPrecipitation: 3.6inDecPrecipitation: 4.4in
Precipitation

Mangxongweni is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 819 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 112 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 14 mm. That's 97 mm 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.Mangxongweni is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 3.8 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Mangxongweni 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 July, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 9km/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.Mangxongweni 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 July, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°69°F
Feb20°69°F
Mar20°67°F
Apr17°62°F
May15°59°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul12°54°F
Aug13°56°F
Sep15°60°F
Oct17°62°F
Nov18°64°F
Dec19°67°F

The best time to visit Mangxongweni is during April, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 76 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°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 Mangxongweni is during April, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 81°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 42°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 Mangxongweni 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 Mangxongweni 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
16 °C60 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
112 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C60 °F
27 °C80 °F
9 km/h6 mph
104 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C59 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h5 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C53 °F
23 °C74 °F
9 km/h5 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
9 °C48 °F
23 °C73 °F
9 km/h5 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
6 °C43 °F
21 °C69 °F
10 km/h6 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
6 °C42 °F
21 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C44 °F
22 °C71 °F
10 km/h6 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
23 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
10 °C51 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
12 °C54 °F
25 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
91 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C57 °F
26 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
111 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in