Climate Insights for oThongathi

South Africa

Hottest
February
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
July
11°C low52°F low
Wettest
December
156 mm rain6.2 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in oThongathi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1,174 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 156 mm of rainfall. oThongathi 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 July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.The climate in oThongathi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 46.2 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 6.2 in of rainfall. oThongathi 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 July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 52°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 19°FebMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°MarMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 19°AprMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°MayMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 14°JunMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 12°JulMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 11°AugMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 12°SepMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°OctMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°NovMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°DecMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 80°FAverage: 73°FMin: 67°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 73°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 62°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 57°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 60°FMin: 52°FAugMax: 72°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 73°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°F
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oThongathi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.oThongathi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 52°F to 80°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 52°F and an average of 60°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 130mmFebPrecipitation: 151mmMarPrecipitation: 103mmAprPrecipitation: 137mmMayPrecipitation: 78mmJunPrecipitation: 22mmJulPrecipitation: 31mmAugPrecipitation: 38mmSepPrecipitation: 89mmOctPrecipitation: 116mmNovPrecipitation: 124mmDecPrecipitation: 156mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.1inFebPrecipitation: 5.9inMarPrecipitation: 4inAprPrecipitation: 5.4inMayPrecipitation: 3.1inJunPrecipitation: 0.9inJulPrecipitation: 1.2inAugPrecipitation: 1.5inSepPrecipitation: 3.5inOctPrecipitation: 4.6inNovPrecipitation: 4.9inDecPrecipitation: 6.2in
Precipitation

oThongathi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,174 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 156 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 22 mm. That's 134 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.oThongathi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 6.1 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0.9 in. That's 5.3 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/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

oThongathi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 12km/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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.oThongathi 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 October, 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

Jan23°73°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr20°68°F
May18°65°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul16°60°F
Aug17°62°F
Sep18°65°F
Oct19°66°F
Nov20°69°F
Dec22°71°F

The best time to visit oThongathi is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 52 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit oThongathi is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 80°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 oThongathi 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 oThongathi 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
19 °C67 °F
27 °C80 °F
12 km/h7 mph
130 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
151 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C67 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
103 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C62 °F
25 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
137 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C57 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
22 °C72 °F
10 km/h6 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C52 °F
22 °C71 °F
10 km/h6 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
22 °C72 °F
11 km/h7 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C58 °F
23 °C73 °F
12 km/h7 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
15 °C59 °F
23 °C73 °F
12 km/h8 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C63 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h7 mph
124 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
25 °C78 °F
12 km/h7 mph
156 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in