Climate Insights for Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED)

South Africa

Hottest
January
28°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
July
8°C low46°F low
Wettest
December
53 mm rain2.1 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 493 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 53 mm of rainfall. Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) 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 July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.The climate in Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 19.4 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 2.1 in of rainfall. Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) 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 July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 46°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°FebMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°MarMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°AprMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 13°MayMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 11°JunMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°JulMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°AugMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°SepMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 10°OctMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°NovMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°DecMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 15°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 72°FMin: 62°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 71°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FAprMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 57°FMin: 46°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 60°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FNovMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 59°F
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Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 28°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) vary considerably across the year, with a 37°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 46°F and an average of 57°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 43mmFebPrecipitation: 52mmMarPrecipitation: 51mmAprPrecipitation: 48mmMayPrecipitation: 33mmJunPrecipitation: 29mmJulPrecipitation: 21mmAugPrecipitation: 24mmSepPrecipitation: 42mmOctPrecipitation: 49mmNovPrecipitation: 47mmDecPrecipitation: 53mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.7inFebPrecipitation: 2inMarPrecipitation: 2inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inMayPrecipitation: 1.3inJunPrecipitation: 1.2inJulPrecipitation: 0.8inAugPrecipitation: 1inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inNovPrecipitation: 1.8inDecPrecipitation: 2.1in
Precipitation

Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 493 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 41 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 53 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 21 mm. That's 31 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 2.1 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.8 in. That's 1.2 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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

Jan22°72°F
Feb22°71°F
Mar21°69°F
Apr18°65°F
May16°62°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul14°57°F
Aug14°58°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct17°63°F
Nov19°66°F
Dec20°69°F

The best time to visit Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) is during January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 46 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) is during January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 46°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 Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) 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 Pumba Airstrip (CLOSED) 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 °C62 °F
28 °C83 °F
14 km/h8 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C62 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
52 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C61 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h7 mph
51 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C56 °F
25 °C76 °F
12 km/h7 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C51 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
9 °C48 °F
22 °C71 °F
13 km/h8 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
8 °C46 °F
21 °C70 °F
13 km/h8 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
8 °C47 °F
21 °C70 °F
13 km/h8 mph
24 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
22 °C72 °F
13 km/h8 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
14 km/h9 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
14 km/h8 mph
47 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C59 °F
27 °C80 °F
13 km/h8 mph
53 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in