Climate Insights for Masiphumelele
Climate Overview
The climate in Masiphumelele is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 589 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 122 mm of rainfall. Masiphumelele 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, December. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 13°C.The climate in Masiphumelele is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 23.2 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 4.8 in of rainfall. Masiphumelele 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, December. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 55°F.
Temperature
Masiphumelele has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 14°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Masiphumelele has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 13°F range. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 68°F with a mean of 67°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 55°F and an average of 57°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Masiphumelele is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 589 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 122 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 11 mm. That's 110 mm less than June, 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.Masiphumelele is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.4 in. That's 4.3 in less than June, 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
Masiphumelele is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 27km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 22km/h in winter, 25km/h in spring, 26km/h in summer, 22km/h in autumn.Masiphumelele is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 15mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 17mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 14mph in winter, 15mph in spring, 16mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Masiphumelele is during January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 29 mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 13°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Masiphumelele is during January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 55°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 Masiphumelele 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 Masiphumelele 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.