Climate Insights for Umbumbulu

South Africa

Hottest
February
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
12°C low53°F low
Wettest
April
138 mm rain5.5 in rain
Best to Visit
March, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Umbumbulu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 994 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 138 mm of rainfall. Umbumbulu 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, March, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Umbumbulu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 68°F and approximately 39.1 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 5.5 in of rainfall. Umbumbulu 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, March, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 53°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°FebMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 20°MarMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°AprMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°MayMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°JunMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 12°JulMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 12°AugMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 13°SepMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°OctMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°NovMax: 24°Average: 21°Min: 17°DecMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 61°FMin: 53°FAugMax: 73°FAverage: 63°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 74°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 74°FAverage: 67°FMin: 60°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°F
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Umbumbulu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Umbumbulu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 53°F to 81°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 100mmFebPrecipitation: 118mmMarPrecipitation: 95mmAprPrecipitation: 138mmMayPrecipitation: 72mmJunPrecipitation: 23mmJulPrecipitation: 26mmAugPrecipitation: 34mmSepPrecipitation: 68mmOctPrecipitation: 99mmNovPrecipitation: 100mmDecPrecipitation: 122mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.9inFebPrecipitation: 4.7inMarPrecipitation: 3.7inAprPrecipitation: 5.5inMayPrecipitation: 2.8inJunPrecipitation: 0.9inJulPrecipitation: 1inAugPrecipitation: 1.3inSepPrecipitation: 2.7inOctPrecipitation: 3.9inNovPrecipitation: 3.9inDecPrecipitation: 4.8in
Precipitation

Umbumbulu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 994 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 138 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 23 mm. That's 115 mm less than April, 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.Umbumbulu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 39.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 5.4 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0.9 in. That's 4.5 in less than April, 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: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Umbumbulu is relatively calm, 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 May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Umbumbulu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. 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 May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, 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

Jan23°74°F
Feb24°74°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr21°69°F
May19°66°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep19°65°F
Oct19°67°F
Nov21°69°F
Dec22°72°F

The best time to visit Umbumbulu is during March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 64 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Umbumbulu is during March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 81°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 Umbumbulu 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 Umbumbulu 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
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h8 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h7 mph
118 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
95 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C63 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
138 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C58 °F
24 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
23 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C53 °F
23 °C73 °F
11 km/h7 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
23 °C73 °F
11 km/h7 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C58 °F
23 °C74 °F
12 km/h7 mph
68 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C60 °F
23 °C74 °F
13 km/h8 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C63 °F
24 °C76 °F
13 km/h8 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
26 °C78 °F
12 km/h8 mph
122 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in