Climate Insights for Swartruggens

South Africa

Hottest
October
28°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
July
5°C low41°F low
Wettest
December
123 mm rain4.8 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Swartruggens is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 622 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 123 mm of rainfall. Swartruggens 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: October, November, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.The climate in Swartruggens is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 24.5 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 4.8 in of rainfall. Swartruggens 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: October, November, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 41°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°FebMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 18°MarMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°AprMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°MayMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°JunMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 6°JulMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°AugMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 8°SepMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 12°OctMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°NovMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 16°DecMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°
Max
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 73°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 64°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FMayMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FJunMax: 68°FAverage: 54°FMin: 42°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 54°FMin: 41°FAugMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 47°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 71°FMin: 58°FNovMax: 83°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 72°FMin: 63°F
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Temperatures in Swartruggens vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°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 August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Swartruggens vary considerably across the year, with a 42°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 41°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 118mmFebPrecipitation: 119mmMarPrecipitation: 56mmAprPrecipitation: 64mmMayPrecipitation: 17mmJunPrecipitation: 5mmJulPrecipitation: 6mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 6mmOctPrecipitation: 40mmNovPrecipitation: 67mmDecPrecipitation: 123mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.6inFebPrecipitation: 4.7inMarPrecipitation: 2.2inAprPrecipitation: 2.5inMayPrecipitation: 0.7inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inOctPrecipitation: 1.6inNovPrecipitation: 2.6inDecPrecipitation: 4.8in
Precipitation

Swartruggens is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 622 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 123 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 mm. That's 121 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.Swartruggens is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 24.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 4.8 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Swartruggens is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Swartruggens is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb22°72°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr18°64°F
May15°59°F
Jun12°54°F
Jul12°54°F
Aug15°60°F
Sep20°67°F
Oct21°71°F
Nov22°72°F
Dec22°72°F

The best time to visit Swartruggens is during March, April, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 39 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Swartruggens is during March, April, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 41°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 Swartruggens 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 Swartruggens 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
18 °C64 °F
28 °C83 °F
10 km/h6 mph
118 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C64 °F
28 °C82 °F
9 km/h6 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C60 °F
27 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
9 km/h5 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
8 °C47 °F
22 °C72 °F
8 km/h5 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
6 °C42 °F
20 °C68 °F
9 km/h6 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
5 °C41 °F
20 °C68 °F
10 km/h6 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
8 °C47 °F
23 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h8 mph
6 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C58 °F
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h7 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
16 °C61 °F
28 °C83 °F
11 km/h7 mph
67 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
28 °C83 °F
11 km/h7 mph
123 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in