Climate Insights for Port Nolloth
Climate Overview
The climate in Port Nolloth is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 59 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 12 mm of rainfall. Port Nolloth 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, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Port Nolloth is temperate. The average annual temperature is 61°F and approximately 2.3 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 0.5 in of rainfall. Port Nolloth 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, March. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 53°F.
Temperature
Port Nolloth has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 18°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 14°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.Port Nolloth has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 68°F with a mean of 64°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 57°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Port Nolloth is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 59 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 12 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 2 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.Port Nolloth is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 2.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.2 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 0.5 in of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.1 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
Port Nolloth is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 16km/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. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 17km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Port Nolloth is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10mph, 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 11mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Port Nolloth is during January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 4 mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 12°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Port Nolloth is during January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 53°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 Port Nolloth 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 Port Nolloth 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.