Climate Insights for Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED)

South Africa

Hottest
January
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
July
0°C low33°F low
Wettest
December
153 mm rain6 in rain
Best to Visit
March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 906 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 153 mm of rainfall. Swartberg 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Light snow can occur between July and September.The climate in Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 35.7 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 6 in of rainfall. Swartberg 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 33°F. Light snow can occur between July and September.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°FebMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 13°MarMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°AprMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°MayMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 4°JunMax: 18°Average: 8°Min: 1°JulMax: 18°Average: 8°Min: 0°AugMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 3°SepMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 6°OctMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°NovMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°DecMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 77°FAverage: 65°FMin: 55°FFebMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 55°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FAprMax: 70°FAverage: 57°FMin: 47°FMayMax: 68°FAverage: 52°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 64°FAverage: 47°FMin: 33°FJulMax: 64°FAverage: 47°FMin: 33°FAugMax: 68°FAverage: 51°FMin: 37°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 57°FMin: 43°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 62°FMin: 50°FDecMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°F
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Temperatures in Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°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 Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 65°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 33°F and an average of 47°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 135mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 128mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 76mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 3mmSepPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 3mmOctPrecipitation: 89mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 1mmDecPrecipitation: 153mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 1inAugPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 1inSepPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 0in
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Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 906 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 75 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 153 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 12 mm. That's 141 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. Light snowfall can occur between July and September, totalling around 11cm annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 35.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 6 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.5 in. That's 5.6 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. Light snowfall can occur between July and September, totalling around 4in annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 7km/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.Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) 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 4mph, 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

Jan19°65°F
Feb18°65°F
Mar17°63°F
Apr14°57°F
May11°52°F
Jun8°47°F
Jul8°47°F
Aug11°51°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct15°59°F
Nov17°62°F
Dec18°64°F

The best time to visit Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 98 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 0°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 Swartberg Airstrip (CLOSED) is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 77°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 33°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 Swartberg 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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 Swartberg 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
13 °C55 °F
25 °C77 °F
8 km/h5 mph
135 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C55 °F
25 °C76 °F
7 km/h5 mph
128 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
11 °C53 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
8 °C47 °F
21 °C70 °F
7 km/h5 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
May
4 °C39 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h4 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
1 °C33 °F
18 °C64 °F
8 km/h5 mph
16 mm0.6 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
0 °C33 °F
18 °C64 °F
8 km/h5 mph
12 mm0.5 in
2 cm1 in
Aug
3 °C37 °F
20 °C68 °F
9 km/h5 mph
21 mm0.8 in
3 cm1 in
Sep
6 °C43 °F
22 °C72 °F
9 km/h5 mph
47 mm1.9 in
3 cm1 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
22 °C72 °F
9 km/h6 mph
89 mm3.5 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C50 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h5 mph
101 mm4 in
1 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C54 °F
25 °C76 °F
8 km/h5 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in