Climate Insights for Tabankulu

South Africa

Hottest
January
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
6°C low42°F low
Wettest
February
122 mm rain4.8 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tabankulu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 880 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 122 mm of rainfall. Tabankulu 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 6°C.The climate in Tabankulu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 34.6 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.8 in of rainfall. Tabankulu 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 42°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°FebMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°MarMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 15°AprMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°MayMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°JunMax: 22°Average: 13°Min: 6°JulMax: 22°Average: 13°Min: 6°AugMax: 23°Average: 14°Min: 7°SepMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 10°OctMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°NovMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 13°DecMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 61°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 59°FMin: 49°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 55°FMin: 43°FJulMax: 71°FAverage: 55°FMin: 42°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 57°FMin: 45°FSepMax: 75°FAverage: 61°FMin: 50°FOctMax: 76°FAverage: 63°FMin: 52°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 56°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 59°F
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Temperatures in Tabankulu vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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 Tabankulu vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 55°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 117mmFebPrecipitation: 122mmMarPrecipitation: 103mmAprPrecipitation: 85mmMayPrecipitation: 33mmJunPrecipitation: 27mmJulPrecipitation: 16mmAugPrecipitation: 26mmSepPrecipitation: 52mmOctPrecipitation: 83mmNovPrecipitation: 101mmDecPrecipitation: 114mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.6inFebPrecipitation: 4.8inMarPrecipitation: 4.1inAprPrecipitation: 3.3inMayPrecipitation: 1.3inJunPrecipitation: 1.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 1inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inOctPrecipitation: 3.3inNovPrecipitation: 4inDecPrecipitation: 4.5in
Precipitation

Tabankulu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 880 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 73 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 122 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 16 mm. That's 106 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.Tabankulu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 34.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.9 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.8 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Tabankulu 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 March, 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.Tabankulu 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 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar20°69°F
Apr17°63°F
May15°59°F
Jun13°55°F
Jul13°55°F
Aug14°57°F
Sep16°61°F
Oct17°63°F
Nov18°65°F
Dec20°68°F

The best time to visit Tabankulu is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 64 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Tabankulu is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 81°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 42°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 Tabankulu 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 Tabankulu 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
27 °C81 °F
8 km/h5 mph
117 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C61 °F
27 °C80 °F
7 km/h5 mph
122 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C60 °F
27 °C80 °F
7 km/h4 mph
103 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
7 km/h4 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
9 °C49 °F
23 °C74 °F
7 km/h4 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
6 °C43 °F
22 °C71 °F
8 km/h5 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
6 °C42 °F
22 °C71 °F
8 km/h5 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C45 °F
23 °C73 °F
8 km/h5 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C50 °F
24 °C75 °F
8 km/h5 mph
52 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
11 °C52 °F
24 °C76 °F
9 km/h5 mph
83 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C56 °F
25 °C76 °F
9 km/h5 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C59 °F
26 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
114 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in