Climate Insights for Ncotshane

Zululand District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Hottest
February
30°C peak
Coldest
April
17°C low
Wettest
December
33mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ncotshane is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 275mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Ncotshane 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, August, September. The coldest months are April, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Feb Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Mar Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Apr Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Aug Max: 29° Average: 29° Min: 28° Sep Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Oct Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Nov Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Dec Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27°
Max
Average
Min

Ncotshane sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. April is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 33mm Feb Precipitation: 18mm Mar Precipitation: 3mm Apr Precipitation: 0mm May Precipitation: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 10mm Jul Precipitation: 33mm Aug Precipitation: 14mm Sep Precipitation: 33mm Oct Precipitation: 33mm Nov Precipitation: 33mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm
Precipitation

Ncotshane is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 275mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 23mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 0mm. That's 33mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Ncotshane is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5km/h in winter, 4km/h in spring, 2km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Ncotshane, which began on June 21, 2026. Ncotshane is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in February at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in April near 17°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 36mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 57mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 22°
May 27°
Jun 28°
Jul 28°
Aug 29°
Sep 28°
Oct 28°
Nov 28°
Dec 28°

The best time to visit Ncotshane is during February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 7mm per month. 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 Ncotshane 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Mar
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Aug
28 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
27 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Nov
27 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
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