Climate Insights for Reitz

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality, Free State, South Africa

Hottest
November
29°C peak
Coldest
June
14°C low
Wettest
December
33mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Reitz is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 173mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Reitz 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: November, April, October. The coldest months are June, May, April, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 25° Feb Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 24° Mar Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 25° Apr Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° May Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 18° Jun Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 22° Aug Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Oct Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Nov Max: 29° Average: 29° Min: 28° Dec Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27°
Max
Average
Min

Reitz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 29°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between June and July, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 4mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 8mm May Precipitation: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 4mm Jul Precipitation: 15mm Aug Precipitation: 25mm Sep Precipitation: 26mm Oct Precipitation: 33mm Nov Precipitation: 24mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm
Precipitation

Reitz is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 173mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 33mm of rainfall. December and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0mm. That's 32mm less than October, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Reitz is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Reitz, which began on June 21, 2026. Reitz is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near 14°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 82mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 37mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 10mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 44mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 25°
Mar 25°
Apr 23°
May 22°
Jun 19°
Jul 24°
Aug 27°
Sep 27°
Oct 28°
Nov 29°
Dec 28°

The best time to visit Reitz is during January, February, April, May, June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 5mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. 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 Reitz 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
25 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jun
14 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
27 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Nov
28 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
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