Climate Insights for Marquard

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality, Free State, South Africa

Hottest
May
31°C peak
Coldest
June
15°C low
Wettest
December
33mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Marquard is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 133mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Marquard 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: May, September, June. The coldest months are June, May, July, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 24° Min: 23° Feb Max: 23° Average: 23° Min: 23° Mar Max: 23° Average: 23° Min: 22° Apr Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 19° May Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 16° Jun Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Jul Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Aug Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Sep Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Dec Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26°
Max
Average
Min

Marquard sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 31°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 18mm Feb Precipitation: 14mm Mar Precipitation: 3mm Apr Precipitation: 0mm May Precipitation: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 28mm Sep Precipitation: 8mm Oct Precipitation: 12mm Nov Precipitation: 19mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm
Precipitation

Marquard is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 133mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 33mm of rainfall. August and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 0mm. That's 33mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Marquard is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

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

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Marquard, which began on June 21, 2026. Marquard 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 May at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near 15°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 38mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 16 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 23°
May 23°
Jun 22°
Jul 23°
Aug 26°
Sep 26°
Oct 27°
Nov 27°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Marquard is during January, February, March, April, May, June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 5mm per month. 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 Marquard 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
23 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Nov
27 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
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