Climate Insights for Thubelihle

Nkangala District Municipality, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Hottest
April
32°C peak
Coldest
March
21°C low
Wettest
August
33mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Thubelihle is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 311mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Thubelihle 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: April, June, July. The coldest months are March, February, April, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 25° Feb Max: 25° Average: 24° Min: 23° Mar Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Apr Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° May Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jun Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Jul Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 25° Aug Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Oct Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27°
Max
Average
Min

Thubelihle sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 27mm Feb Precipitation: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm May Precipitation: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 33mm Jul Precipitation: 33mm Aug Precipitation: 33mm Sep Precipitation: 25mm Oct Precipitation: 18mm Nov Precipitation: 32mm Dec Precipitation: 7mm
Precipitation

Thubelihle is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 311mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 33mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4mm. That's 28mm less than March, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Thubelihle is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Thubelihle, which began on June 21, 2026. Thubelihle is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in April at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 21°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 76mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 38mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 27°
May 27°
Jun 28°
Jul 28°
Aug 27°
Sep 27°
Oct 27°
Nov 27°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Thubelihle is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 21mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. 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 Thubelihle 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
25 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
27 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
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