Climate Insights for Warden

Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality, Free State, South Africa

Hottest
May
29°C peak
Coldest
December
24°C low
Wettest
May
33mm rain
Best to Visit
December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Warden is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 238mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Warden 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: May, January, February. The coldest months are December, November, October, when temperatures can drop to 24°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Feb Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Mar Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 28° Jun Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 28° Jul Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Aug Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Oct Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 26° Dec Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24°
Max
Average
Min

Warden has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 33mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm May Precipitation: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 19mm Jul Precipitation: 31mm Aug Precipitation: 10mm Sep Precipitation: 3mm Oct Precipitation: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 4mm Dec Precipitation: 6mm
Precipitation

Warden is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 238mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 1mm. That's 32mm less than January, 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: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Warden is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/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 Warden, which began on June 21, 2026. Warden 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 May at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 24°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 7mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 71mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 60mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. 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 28°
Feb 28°
Mar 28°
Apr 27°
May 28°
Jun 28°
Jul 28°
Aug 28°
Sep 27°
Oct 27°
Nov 26°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Warden is during December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 6mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°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 Warden 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
27 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Mar
27 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
May
28 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jun
28 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
27 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
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