Climate Insights for Somkhele

South Africa

Hottest
January
31°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
July
13°C low55°F low
Wettest
February
119 mm rain4.7 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Somkhele is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 753 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 119 mm of rainfall. Somkhele 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 13°C.The climate in Somkhele is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 29.6 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.7 in of rainfall. Somkhele 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 55°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 21°FebMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°MarMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°AprMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°MayMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°JunMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 13°JulMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 13°AugMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°SepMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°OctMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°NovMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°DecMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 71°FMarMax: 86°FAverage: 77°FMin: 69°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 65°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°F
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Somkhele sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 31°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Somkhele sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 55°F to 87°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 55°F and an average of 65°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 100mmFebPrecipitation: 119mmMarPrecipitation: 80mmAprPrecipitation: 71mmMayPrecipitation: 46mmJunPrecipitation: 19mmJulPrecipitation: 11mmAugPrecipitation: 17mmSepPrecipitation: 43mmOctPrecipitation: 66mmNovPrecipitation: 84mmDecPrecipitation: 96mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.9inFebPrecipitation: 4.7inMarPrecipitation: 3.1inAprPrecipitation: 2.8inMayPrecipitation: 1.8inJunPrecipitation: 0.8inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inAugPrecipitation: 0.7inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inOctPrecipitation: 2.6inNovPrecipitation: 3.3inDecPrecipitation: 3.8in
Precipitation

Somkhele is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 753 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 119 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 11 mm. That's 107 mm less than February, 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.Somkhele is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.7 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.4 in. That's 4.2 in less than February, 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/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Somkhele is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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.Somkhele 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

Jan25°78°F
Feb25°78°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr23°73°F
May20°68°F
Jun18°65°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug20°67°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct21°70°F
Nov23°73°F
Dec24°76°F

The best time to visit Somkhele is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 53 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Somkhele is during March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.1 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 87°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 Somkhele 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 Somkhele 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
21 °C70 °F
31 °C87 °F
12 km/h8 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C71 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h7 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C69 °F
30 °C86 °F
11 km/h7 mph
80 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
18 °C65 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
71 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C60 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
19 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C58 °F
26 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
27 °C80 °F
14 km/h9 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C63 °F
26 °C80 °F
14 km/h9 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
14 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C69 °F
29 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in