Climate Insights for Punguleweni

South Africa

Hottest
January
26°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
July
-1°C low31°F low
Wettest
December
135 mm rain5.3 in rain
Best to Visit
March, October, November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Punguleweni is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 821 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 135 mm of rainfall. Punguleweni 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 -1°C. Light snow can occur between July and November.The climate in Punguleweni is temperate. The average annual temperature is 58°F and approximately 32.3 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 5.3 in of rainfall. Punguleweni 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 31°F. Light snow can occur between July and November.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°FebMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°MarMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°AprMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 8°MayMax: 21°Average: 11°Min: 3°JunMax: 18°Average: 8°Min: 0°JulMax: 18°Average: 8°Min: -1°AugMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 2°SepMax: 23°Average: 14°Min: 6°OctMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 8°NovMax: 25°Average: 17°Min: 10°DecMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 80°FAverage: 67°FMin: 55°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FAprMax: 72°FAverage: 58°FMin: 46°FMayMax: 69°FAverage: 52°FMin: 38°FJunMax: 65°FAverage: 46°FMin: 32°FJulMax: 64°FAverage: 46°FMin: 31°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 51°FMin: 35°FSepMax: 74°FAverage: 58°FMin: 42°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 60°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 77°FAverage: 63°FMin: 50°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°F
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Temperatures in Punguleweni vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 8°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Punguleweni vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 31°F and the daily average is 46°F. The average daily temperature swing is 28°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 127mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 83mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 3mmOctPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 1mmDecPrecipitation: 135mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 1inAugPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 1inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 0in
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Punguleweni is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 821 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 135 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 9 mm. That's 126 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. Light snowfall can occur between July and November, totalling around 12cm annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.Punguleweni is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.3 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.4 in. That's 5 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. Light snowfall can occur between July and November, totalling around 5in annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Punguleweni is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 7km/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.Punguleweni is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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

Jan19°67°F
Feb19°66°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr14°58°F
May11°52°F
Jun8°46°F
Jul8°46°F
Aug11°51°F
Sep14°58°F
Oct16°60°F
Nov17°63°F
Dec19°66°F

The best time to visit Punguleweni is during March, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 85 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to -1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Punguleweni is during March, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 80°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 31°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Punguleweni 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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 Punguleweni 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
13 °C55 °F
26 °C80 °F
7 km/h5 mph
127 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C56 °F
26 °C79 °F
7 km/h4 mph
125 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
11 °C52 °F
25 °C78 °F
7 km/h5 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
8 °C46 °F
22 °C72 °F
7 km/h5 mph
68 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
3 °C38 °F
21 °C69 °F
8 km/h5 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
0 °C32 °F
18 °C65 °F
9 km/h6 mph
14 mm0.5 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
-1 °C31 °F
18 °C64 °F
9 km/h6 mph
9 mm0.4 in
2 cm1 in
Aug
2 °C35 °F
20 °C68 °F
10 km/h6 mph
19 mm0.8 in
2 cm1 in
Sep
6 °C42 °F
23 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
42 mm1.7 in
3 cm1 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h6 mph
79 mm3.1 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C50 °F
25 °C77 °F
9 km/h6 mph
92 mm3.6 in
1 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C54 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
135 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in