Climate Insights for Philippolis Airstrip

South Africa

Hottest
January
31°C peak88°F peak
Coldest
July
3°C low37°F low
Wettest
February
77 mm rain3 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Philippolis Airstrip is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 475 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 77 mm of rainfall. Philippolis Airstrip 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 3°C.The climate in Philippolis Airstrip is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 18.7 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 3 in of rainfall. Philippolis Airstrip 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 37°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 17°FebMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°MarMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 15°AprMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°MayMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 7°JunMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 3°JulMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 3°AugMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 4°SepMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 8°OctMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 11°NovMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 13°DecMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 63°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 73°FMin: 61°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 70°FMin: 58°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FMayMax: 70°FAverage: 56°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 64°FAverage: 50°FMin: 38°FJulMax: 64°FAverage: 49°FMin: 37°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 53°FMin: 39°FSepMax: 75°FAverage: 61°FMin: 46°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 51°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 55°FDecMax: 87°FAverage: 74°FMin: 60°F
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Temperatures in Philippolis Airstrip 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 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 10°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 Philippolis Airstrip vary considerably across the year, with a 51°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 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 37°F and an average of 49°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 70mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 43mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.8inFebPrecipitation: 3inMarPrecipitation: 2.4inAprPrecipitation: 2.7inMayPrecipitation: 0.8inJunPrecipitation: 0.4inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inAugPrecipitation: 0.3inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inOctPrecipitation: 0.9inNovPrecipitation: 1.7inDecPrecipitation: 2.4in
Precipitation

Philippolis Airstrip is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 475 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 77 mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 9 mm. That's 68 mm less than February, 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.Philippolis Airstrip is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 3 in of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.4 in. That's 2.7 in less than February, 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: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Philippolis Airstrip is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Philippolis Airstrip is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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

Jan24°76°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr17°62°F
May13°56°F
Jun10°50°F
Jul10°49°F
Aug12°53°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct19°67°F
Nov22°71°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Philippolis Airstrip is during January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 53 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Philippolis Airstrip is during January, February, March, April, September, 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 2.1 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 37°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 Philippolis Airstrip 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 Philippolis Airstrip 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
17 °C63 °F
31 °C88 °F
15 km/h9 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C61 °F
30 °C86 °F
14 km/h9 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C58 °F
28 °C83 °F
14 km/h9 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
11 °C51 °F
24 °C75 °F
13 km/h8 mph
70 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
7 °C44 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
3 °C38 °F
18 °C64 °F
14 km/h9 mph
10 mm0.4 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
3 °C37 °F
18 °C64 °F
15 km/h9 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
4 °C39 °F
20 °C68 °F
15 km/h9 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
8 °C46 °F
24 °C75 °F
16 km/h10 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
11 °C51 °F
27 °C81 °F
16 km/h10 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C55 °F
29 °C85 °F
17 km/h10 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C60 °F
31 °C87 °F
17 km/h10 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in