Climate Insights for Qunu

South Africa

Hottest
January
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
6°C low43°F low
Wettest
December
115 mm rain4.5 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Qunu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 860 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 115 mm of rainfall. Qunu 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, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.The climate in Qunu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 33.9 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 4.5 in of rainfall. Qunu 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, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 43°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°FebMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°MarMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°AprMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°MayMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°JunMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 7°JulMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 6°AugMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 7°SepMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°OctMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°NovMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°DecMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 15°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 59°FMin: 49°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FJulMax: 70°FAverage: 55°FMin: 43°FAugMax: 72°FAverage: 57°FMin: 45°FSepMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°F
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Temperatures in Qunu vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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 Qunu vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 43°F and an average of 55°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 108mmFebPrecipitation: 111mmMarPrecipitation: 103mmAprPrecipitation: 92mmMayPrecipitation: 30mmJunPrecipitation: 28mmJulPrecipitation: 14mmAugPrecipitation: 23mmSepPrecipitation: 52mmOctPrecipitation: 86mmNovPrecipitation: 96mmDecPrecipitation: 115mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.3inFebPrecipitation: 4.4inMarPrecipitation: 4.1inAprPrecipitation: 3.6inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inJunPrecipitation: 1.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 0.9inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inOctPrecipitation: 3.4inNovPrecipitation: 3.8inDecPrecipitation: 4.5in
Precipitation

Qunu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 860 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 72 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 115 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 14 mm. That's 101 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.Qunu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 4.5 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 4 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.

Wind

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

Qunu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Qunu 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 October, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°69°F
Mar20°68°F
Apr17°63°F
May15°59°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul13°55°F
Aug14°57°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct17°62°F
Nov18°64°F
Dec19°67°F

The best time to visit Qunu is during April, May, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 71 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°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 Qunu is during April, May, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 81°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 43°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 Qunu 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 Qunu 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
16 °C61 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h5 mph
108 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C61 °F
27 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
111 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C60 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
103 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
8 km/h5 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
9 °C49 °F
23 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
7 °C44 °F
21 °C70 °F
9 km/h5 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
6 °C43 °F
21 °C70 °F
9 km/h6 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C45 °F
22 °C72 °F
9 km/h6 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C49 °F
23 °C74 °F
9 km/h6 mph
52 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
11 °C52 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h6 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C55 °F
24 °C76 °F
9 km/h6 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C58 °F
26 °C78 °F
9 km/h6 mph
115 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in