Climate Insights for Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome

South Africa

Hottest
January
31°C peak88°F peak
Coldest
July
2°C low36°F low
Wettest
January
30 mm rain1.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 218 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 30 mm of rainfall. Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome 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 July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 2°C.The climate in Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 8.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 1.2 in of rainfall. Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome 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 July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 36°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 15°FebMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 15°MarMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 13°AprMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°MayMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 6°JunMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 4°JulMax: 16°Average: 9°Min: 2°AugMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 3°SepMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 6°OctMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 9°NovMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 11°DecMax: 30°Average: 22°Min: 13°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 88°FAverage: 74°FMin: 59°FFebMax: 87°FAverage: 73°FMin: 59°FMarMax: 82°FAverage: 69°FMin: 56°FAprMax: 74°FAverage: 61°FMin: 49°FMayMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 43°FJunMax: 61°FAverage: 50°FMin: 39°FJulMax: 60°FAverage: 48°FMin: 36°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 51°FMin: 38°FSepMax: 71°FAverage: 57°FMin: 42°FOctMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 68°FMin: 51°FDecMax: 86°FAverage: 71°FMin: 56°F
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Temperatures in Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 36°F and an average of 48°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 0mm
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Snow
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.2inFebPrecipitation: 0.9inMarPrecipitation: 1.2inAprPrecipitation: 1inMayPrecipitation: 0.6inJunPrecipitation: 0.6inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.5inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inNovPrecipitation: 0.6inDecPrecipitation: 1in
Precipitation

Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 218 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 30 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 6 mm. That's 24 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.Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 8.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 1.2 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 0.9 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/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 18km/hJulWind Speed: 18km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 11mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 9mph, 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

Jan23°74°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr16°61°F
May13°56°F
Jun10°50°F
Jul9°48°F
Aug10°51°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov20°68°F
Dec22°71°F

The best time to visit Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 23 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 36°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 Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome 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 Modderpoort Dam Aerodrome 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
15 °C59 °F
31 °C88 °F
16 km/h10 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C59 °F
30 °C87 °F
15 km/h9 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
13 °C56 °F
28 °C82 °F
14 km/h9 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
10 °C49 °F
23 °C74 °F
14 km/h9 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
May
6 °C43 °F
20 °C69 °F
15 km/h9 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
4 °C39 °F
16 °C61 °F
18 km/h11 mph
14 mm0.6 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
2 °C36 °F
16 °C60 °F
18 km/h11 mph
10 mm0.4 in
1 cm0 in
Aug
3 °C38 °F
18 °C64 °F
16 km/h10 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C42 °F
22 °C71 °F
16 km/h10 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
25 °C77 °F
16 km/h10 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
11 °C51 °F
28 °C82 °F
16 km/h10 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C56 °F
30 °C86 °F
16 km/h10 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in