Climate Insights for Steinkopf

South Africa

Hottest
February
30°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
July
7°C low44°F low
Wettest
June
20 mm rain0.8 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Steinkopf is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 90 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 20 mm of rainfall. Steinkopf 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, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Steinkopf is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 3.5 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 0.8 in of rainfall. Steinkopf 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, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 44°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°FebMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°MarMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 15°AprMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 14°MayMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 11°JunMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 8°JulMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 7°AugMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 7°SepMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°OctMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°NovMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 13°DecMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 14°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 87°FAverage: 73°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 87°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 67°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 56°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 64°FAverage: 53°FMin: 44°FAugMax: 67°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 53°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 68°FMin: 55°FDecMax: 84°FAverage: 70°FMin: 57°F
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Temperatures in Steinkopf vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Steinkopf vary considerably across the year, with a 43°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 44°F and an average of 53°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9mmFebPrecipitation: 6mmMarPrecipitation: 6mmAprPrecipitation: 7mmMayPrecipitation: 7mmJunPrecipitation: 20mmJulPrecipitation: 13mmAugPrecipitation: 5mmSepPrecipitation: 5mmOctPrecipitation: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 3mmDecPrecipitation: 4mm
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0in1inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.4inFebPrecipitation: 0.2inMarPrecipitation: 0.2inAprPrecipitation: 0.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.3inJunPrecipitation: 0.8inJulPrecipitation: 0.5inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 0.2inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.1in
Precipitation

Steinkopf is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 90 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 20 mm of rainfall. July and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 3 mm. 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.Steinkopf is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 3.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.3 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 0.8 in of rainfall. July and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0.1 in. 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: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Steinkopf 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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Steinkopf 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 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr19°67°F
May17°62°F
Jun13°56°F
Jul12°53°F
Aug13°55°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct19°65°F
Nov20°68°F
Dec21°70°F

The best time to visit Steinkopf is during January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 6 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Steinkopf is during January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 44°F. 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 Steinkopf 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 Steinkopf 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
30 °C87 °F
13 km/h8 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C62 °F
30 °C87 °F
12 km/h7 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C59 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C56 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C52 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C47 °F
19 °C66 °F
13 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
7 °C44 °F
18 °C64 °F
13 km/h8 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C44 °F
19 °C67 °F
12 km/h8 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C47 °F
22 °C72 °F
13 km/h8 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
12 °C53 °F
26 °C79 °F
13 km/h8 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C55 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C57 °F
29 °C84 °F
13 km/h8 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in