Climate Insights for Mkhuzo

South Africa

Hottest
January
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
July
-1°C low30°F low
Wettest
December
156 mm rain6.1 in rain
Best to Visit
October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mkhuzo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 983 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 156 mm of rainfall. Mkhuzo 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 -1°C. Light snow can occur between June and July.The climate in Mkhuzo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 38.7 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 6.1 in of rainfall. Mkhuzo 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 30°F. Light snow can occur between June and July.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°FebMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°MarMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°AprMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°MayMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 3°JunMax: 15°Average: 7°Min: -1°JulMax: 15°Average: 6°Min: -1°AugMax: 18°Average: 9°Min: 1°SepMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 5°OctMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 7°NovMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 10°DecMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 55°FFebMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FAprMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 45°FMayMax: 65°FAverage: 50°FMin: 37°FJunMax: 59°FAverage: 44°FMin: 31°FJulMax: 59°FAverage: 43°FMin: 30°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 49°FMin: 33°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 57°FMin: 41°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 61°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 49°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°F
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Temperatures in Mkhuzo vary considerably across the year, with a 28°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 20°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -1°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 Mkhuzo vary considerably across the year, with a 50°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 30°F and the daily average is 43°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°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: 153mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 134mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 115mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 4mmAugPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 66mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 111mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 156mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 2inJulPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 2inAugPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.4inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 6.1inSnow (in): 0in
Precipitation
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Mkhuzo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 983 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 82 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 156 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 16 mm. That's 140 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and July, totalling around 9cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.Mkhuzo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 38.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.2 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 6.1 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.6 in. That's 5.5 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and July, totalling around 3in annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 2in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Mkhuzo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/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 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Mkhuzo 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 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°68°F
Feb19°66°F
Mar17°63°F
Apr13°56°F
May10°50°F
Jun7°44°F
Jul6°43°F
Aug9°49°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct16°61°F
Nov18°64°F
Dec19°66°F

The best time to visit Mkhuzo is during October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 66 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 -1°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Mkhuzo is during October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 80°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 30°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mkhuzo 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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 Mkhuzo 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
27 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C55 °F
26 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
134 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
11 °C51 °F
24 °C76 °F
8 km/h5 mph
115 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
7 °C45 °F
20 °C69 °F
7 km/h5 mph
125 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
3 °C37 °F
18 °C65 °F
7 km/h5 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
-1 °C31 °F
15 °C59 °F
8 km/h5 mph
23 mm0.9 in
4 cm2 in
Jul
-1 °C30 °F
15 °C59 °F
8 km/h5 mph
22 mm0.9 in
4 cm2 in
Aug
1 °C33 °F
18 °C64 °F
9 km/h6 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
5 °C41 °F
22 °C71 °F
10 km/h6 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C49 °F
25 °C77 °F
10 km/h6 mph
111 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C54 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
156 mm6.1 in
0 cm0 in