Climate Insights for Meqheleng

South Africa

Hottest
January
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
July
-2°C low28°F low
Wettest
December
172 mm rain6.8 in rain
Best to Visit
October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Meqheleng is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 1,046 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 172 mm of rainfall. Meqheleng 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -2°C.The climate in Meqheleng is temperate. The average annual temperature is 56°F and approximately 41.2 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 6.8 in of rainfall. Meqheleng 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 28°F.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°FebMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°MarMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°AprMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°MayMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 2°JunMax: 16°Average: 6°Min: -1°JulMax: 15°Average: 6°Min: -2°AugMax: 18°Average: 9°Min: 0°SepMax: 22°Average: 13°Min: 5°OctMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 8°NovMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°DecMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FFebMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 55°FMarMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FAprMax: 68°FAverage: 56°FMin: 44°FMayMax: 65°FAverage: 49°FMin: 36°FJunMax: 60°FAverage: 43°FMin: 30°FJulMax: 59°FAverage: 43°FMin: 28°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 48°FMin: 33°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 56°FMin: 41°FOctMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 50°FDecMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°F
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Temperatures in Meqheleng vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Meqheleng vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 66°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 43°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 157mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 145mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 13mmSnow: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 40mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 154mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 172mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6.2inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 5.7inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 6.1inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 6.8inSnow (in): 0in
Precipitation
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Meqheleng is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,046 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 172 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 13 mm. That's 160 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.Meqheleng is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 6.8 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.5 in. That's 6.3 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: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Meqheleng is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Meqheleng 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 September, 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
Feb18°65°F
Mar17°62°F
Apr13°56°F
May10°49°F
Jun6°43°F
Jul6°43°F
Aug9°48°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct16°60°F
Nov17°63°F
Dec18°65°F

The best time to visit Meqheleng is during October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 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 -2°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 Meqheleng is during October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 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 28°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 Meqheleng 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 Meqheleng 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
13 °C55 °F
25 °C77 °F
7 km/h4 mph
157 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C55 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
145 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
11 °C51 °F
24 °C74 °F
7 km/h4 mph
103 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
7 °C44 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h4 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
2 °C36 °F
18 °C65 °F
6 km/h4 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
-1 °C30 °F
16 °C60 °F
6 km/h4 mph
15 mm0.6 in
2 cm1 in
Jul
-2 °C28 °F
15 °C59 °F
7 km/h4 mph
13 mm0.5 in
1 cm0 in
Aug
0 °C33 °F
18 °C64 °F
8 km/h5 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
5 °C41 °F
22 °C71 °F
9 km/h5 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
23 °C74 °F
9 km/h5 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C50 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h5 mph
154 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C54 °F
24 °C76 °F
9 km/h5 mph
172 mm6.8 in
0 cm0 in