Climate Insights for Vanrhynsdorp

South Africa

Hottest
February
32°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
July
7°C low44°F low
Wettest
June
43 mm rain1.7 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Vanrhynsdorp is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 199 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 43 mm of rainfall. Vanrhynsdorp 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, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Vanrhynsdorp is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 7.8 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 1.7 in of rainfall. Vanrhynsdorp 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, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 44°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 16°FebMax: 32°Average: 23°Min: 16°MarMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 15°AprMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°MayMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°JunMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°JulMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°AugMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°SepMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 9°OctMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°NovMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 13°DecMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 89°FAverage: 74°FMin: 62°FFebMax: 89°FAverage: 74°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 56°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 62°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 57°FMin: 47°FJulMax: 67°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 66°FMin: 53°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 69°FMin: 56°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 58°F
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Temperatures in Vanrhynsdorp vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Vanrhynsdorp vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 44°F and an average of 55°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 10mmFebPrecipitation: 4mmMarPrecipitation: 17mmAprPrecipitation: 12mmMayPrecipitation: 15mmJunPrecipitation: 43mmJulPrecipitation: 36mmAugPrecipitation: 19mmSepPrecipitation: 13mmOctPrecipitation: 10mmNovPrecipitation: 6mmDecPrecipitation: 15mm
Precipitation
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.4inFebPrecipitation: 0.1inMarPrecipitation: 0.7inAprPrecipitation: 0.5inMayPrecipitation: 0.6inJunPrecipitation: 1.7inJulPrecipitation: 1.4inAugPrecipitation: 0.8inSepPrecipitation: 0.5inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 0.3inDecPrecipitation: 0.6in
Precipitation

Vanrhynsdorp is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 199 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 43 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4 mm. That's 39 mm less than June, 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.Vanrhynsdorp is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 7.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 1.7 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.2 in. That's 1.5 in less than June, 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: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Vanrhynsdorp 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 December, averaging 11km/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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Vanrhynsdorp 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 December, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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
Feb23°74°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr20°67°F
May17°62°F
Jun14°57°F
Jul13°55°F
Aug13°55°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct19°66°F
Nov21°69°F
Dec22°71°F

The best time to visit Vanrhynsdorp is during January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 11 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Vanrhynsdorp is during January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 44°F. 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 Vanrhynsdorp 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 Vanrhynsdorp 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 °C62 °F
31 °C89 °F
11 km/h7 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C62 °F
32 °C89 °F
11 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C59 °F
29 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
13 °C56 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h6 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
10 °C50 °F
24 °C76 °F
8 km/h5 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C47 °F
21 °C69 °F
10 km/h6 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
7 °C44 °F
20 °C67 °F
10 km/h6 mph
36 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
7 °C44 °F
20 °C69 °F
9 km/h6 mph
19 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C47 °F
23 °C73 °F
10 km/h6 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
12 °C53 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C56 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
6 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C58 °F
29 °C85 °F
11 km/h7 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in