Climate Insights for Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED)

South Africa

Hottest
February
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
July
19°C low66°F low
Wettest
February
158 mm rain6.2 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,147 mm of precipitation falls per year. Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sodwana 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: February, March, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.The climate in Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 45.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sodwana 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: February, March, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 66°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 24°FebMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 25°MarMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 24°AprMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 23°MayMax: 24°Average: 22°Min: 21°JunMax: 23°Average: 21°Min: 20°JulMax: 22°Average: 20°Min: 19°AugMax: 22°Average: 21°Min: 19°SepMax: 23°Average: 21°Min: 20°OctMax: 23°Average: 22°Min: 21°NovMax: 24°Average: 23°Min: 22°DecMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 24°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 79°FAverage: 78°FMin: 76°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 78°FMin: 77°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 78°FMin: 76°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 75°FMin: 73°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 72°FMin: 70°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 70°FMin: 67°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 69°FMin: 66°FAugMax: 72°FAverage: 69°FMin: 66°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 71°FMin: 68°FOctMax: 73°FAverage: 71°FMin: 69°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 74°FMin: 72°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°F
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Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 69°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 120mmFebPrecipitation: 158mmMarPrecipitation: 141mmAprPrecipitation: 119mmMayPrecipitation: 77mmJunPrecipitation: 67mmJulPrecipitation: 56mmAugPrecipitation: 50mmSepPrecipitation: 64mmOctPrecipitation: 93mmNovPrecipitation: 98mmDecPrecipitation: 106mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.7inFebPrecipitation: 6.2inMarPrecipitation: 5.5inAprPrecipitation: 4.7inMayPrecipitation: 3inJunPrecipitation: 2.6inJulPrecipitation: 2.2inAugPrecipitation: 2inSepPrecipitation: 2.5inOctPrecipitation: 3.6inNovPrecipitation: 3.9inDecPrecipitation: 4.2in
Precipitation

Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,147 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 158 mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 50 mm. That's 108 mm less than February, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 6.2 in of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 in. That's 4.3 in less than February, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 23km/hFebWind Speed: 23km/hMarWind Speed: 21km/hAprWind Speed: 22km/hMayWind Speed: 21km/hJunWind Speed: 22km/hJulWind Speed: 23km/hAugWind Speed: 26km/hSepWind Speed: 26km/hOctWind Speed: 26km/hNovWind Speed: 26km/hDecWind Speed: 25km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14mphFebWind Speed: 14mphMarWind Speed: 13mphAprWind Speed: 14mphMayWind Speed: 13mphJunWind Speed: 13mphJulWind Speed: 15mphAugWind Speed: 16mphSepWind Speed: 16mphOctWind Speed: 16mphNovWind Speed: 16mphDecWind Speed: 16mph
Wind Speed

Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 21km/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.Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 15mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 13mph, 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.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°78°F
Feb26°78°F
Mar25°78°F
Apr24°75°F
May22°72°F
Jun21°70°F
Jul20°69°F
Aug21°69°F
Sep21°71°F
Oct22°71°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec25°76°F

The best time to visit Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 72 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°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 Sodwana Airstrip (CLOSED) is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 80°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 Sodwana 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 Sodwana 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
24 °C76 °F
26 °C79 °F
23 km/h14 mph
120 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
25 °C77 °F
27 °C80 °F
23 km/h14 mph
158 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
24 °C76 °F
26 °C79 °F
21 km/h13 mph
141 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
23 °C73 °F
25 °C77 °F
22 km/h14 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C70 °F
24 °C75 °F
21 km/h13 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
20 °C67 °F
23 °C73 °F
22 km/h13 mph
67 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C66 °F
22 °C71 °F
23 km/h15 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C66 °F
22 °C72 °F
26 km/h16 mph
50 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C68 °F
23 °C73 °F
26 km/h16 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C69 °F
23 °C73 °F
26 km/h16 mph
93 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C72 °F
24 °C76 °F
26 km/h16 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
24 °C74 °F
26 °C78 °F
25 km/h16 mph
106 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in