Climate Insights for Molsvlei

South Africa

Hottest
February
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
August
7°C low45°F low
Wettest
July
26 mm rain1 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Molsvlei is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 124 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 26 mm of rainfall. Molsvlei 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: February, January, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Molsvlei is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 4.9 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 1 in of rainfall. Molsvlei 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: February, January, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 45°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 15°FebMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 15°MarMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°AprMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°MayMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 10°JunMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 9°JulMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 8°AugMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°SepMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°OctMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°NovMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°DecMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 68°FMin: 57°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 61°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 58°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 56°FMin: 46°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 56°FMin: 45°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 78°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 68°FMin: 56°F
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Temperatures in Molsvlei vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Molsvlei vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 56°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5mmFebPrecipitation: 2mmMarPrecipitation: 8mmAprPrecipitation: 6mmMayPrecipitation: 10mmJunPrecipitation: 25mmJulPrecipitation: 26mmAugPrecipitation: 14mmSepPrecipitation: 9mmOctPrecipitation: 8mmNovPrecipitation: 4mmDecPrecipitation: 8mm
Precipitation
0in1inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.2inFebPrecipitation: 0.1inMarPrecipitation: 0.3inAprPrecipitation: 0.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.4inJunPrecipitation: 1inJulPrecipitation: 1inAugPrecipitation: 0.6inSepPrecipitation: 0.4inOctPrecipitation: 0.3inNovPrecipitation: 0.2inDecPrecipitation: 0.3in
Precipitation

Molsvlei is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 124 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 26 mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2 mm. That's 24 mm less than July, 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.Molsvlei is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 4.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.4 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 1 in of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.1 in. That's 0.9 in less than July, 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Molsvlei is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.Molsvlei is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, 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

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar20°68°F
Apr19°66°F
May16°61°F
Jun14°58°F
Jul13°56°F
Aug13°56°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov19°66°F
Dec20°68°F

The best time to visit Molsvlei 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 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 6 mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Molsvlei 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 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 45°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 Molsvlei 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 Molsvlei 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
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h8 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C59 °F
29 °C84 °F
12 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
14 °C57 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C55 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
6 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
10 °C51 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C49 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h7 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
8 °C46 °F
20 °C68 °F
12 km/h7 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C45 °F
20 °C68 °F
12 km/h7 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
22 °C72 °F
13 km/h8 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
11 °C52 °F
25 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
12 °C54 °F
26 °C80 °F
13 km/h8 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
13 °C56 °F
27 °C81 °F
13 km/h8 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in