Climate Insights for Pofadder Airfield

South Africa

Hottest
January
34°C peak94°F peak
Coldest
July
5°C low42°F low
Wettest
January
20 mm rain0.8 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pofadder Airfield is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 92 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 20 mm of rainfall. Pofadder Airfield 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 5°C.The climate in Pofadder Airfield is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 3.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 0.8 in of rainfall. Pofadder Airfield 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 42°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°Average: 26°Min: 18°FebMax: 34°Average: 26°Min: 18°MarMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 16°AprMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°MayMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°JunMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 7°JulMax: 19°Average: 12°Min: 5°AugMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 6°SepMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°OctMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 12°NovMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 14°DecMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 16°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 94°FAverage: 79°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 92°FAverage: 79°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 88°FAverage: 75°FMin: 61°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 68°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FJulMax: 65°FAverage: 53°FMin: 42°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 55°FMin: 43°FSepMax: 76°FAverage: 62°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 54°FNovMax: 88°FAverage: 73°FMin: 58°FDecMax: 91°FAverage: 76°FMin: 60°F
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Temperatures in Pofadder Airfield 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 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Pofadder Airfield 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 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 53°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 20mmFebPrecipitation: 18mmMarPrecipitation: 11mmAprPrecipitation: 7mmMayPrecipitation: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 7mmJulPrecipitation: 3mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 5mmNovPrecipitation: 3mmDecPrecipitation: 11mm
Precipitation
0in1inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inFebPrecipitation: 0.7inMarPrecipitation: 0.5inAprPrecipitation: 0.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0.3inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.2inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.4in
Precipitation

Pofadder Airfield is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 92 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 20 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. 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.Pofadder Airfield is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 3.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.3 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 0.8 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. 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: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 16km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Pofadder Airfield 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 December, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 13km/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. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 14km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Pofadder Airfield 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 December, averaging 11mph, 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 3mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 9mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°79°F
Feb26°79°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr20°68°F
May16°62°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul12°53°F
Aug13°55°F
Sep16°62°F
Oct20°69°F
Nov23°73°F
Dec25°76°F

The best time to visit Pofadder Airfield is during March, April, May, 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 6 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Pofadder Airfield is during March, April, May, 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 0.2 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 94°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 42°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 Pofadder Airfield 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 Pofadder Airfield 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
18 °C64 °F
34 °C94 °F
16 km/h10 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
34 °C92 °F
15 km/h9 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C61 °F
31 °C88 °F
14 km/h9 mph
11 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C56 °F
27 °C81 °F
14 km/h9 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
10 °C50 °F
23 °C74 °F
13 km/h8 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
7 °C44 °F
19 °C66 °F
14 km/h9 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
5 °C42 °F
19 °C65 °F
14 km/h9 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
6 °C43 °F
21 °C69 °F
14 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
24 °C76 °F
16 km/h10 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
12 °C54 °F
28 °C83 °F
16 km/h10 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
14 °C58 °F
31 °C88 °F
17 km/h11 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
16 °C60 °F
33 °C91 °F
17 km/h11 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in