Climate Insights for Wepener

South Africa

Hottest
January
29°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
July
0°C low32°F low
Wettest
January
135 mm rain5.3 in rain
Best to Visit
March, September, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Wepener is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 807 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 135 mm of rainfall. Wepener 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 0°C.The climate in Wepener is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 31.8 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5.3 in of rainfall. Wepener 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 32°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°FebMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 14°MarMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°AprMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 8°MayMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 4°JunMax: 17°Average: 8°Min: 0°JulMax: 17°Average: 8°Min: 0°AugMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 2°SepMax: 24°Average: 15°Min: 6°OctMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 9°NovMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 12°DecMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 71°FMin: 59°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 69°FMin: 58°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FAprMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 47°FMayMax: 68°FAverage: 52°FMin: 39°FJunMax: 63°FAverage: 46°FMin: 33°FJulMax: 62°FAverage: 46°FMin: 32°FAugMax: 67°FAverage: 51°FMin: 36°FSepMax: 75°FAverage: 59°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 64°FMin: 49°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 53°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 70°FMin: 57°F
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Temperatures in Wepener vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Wepener vary considerably across the year, with a 51°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 32°F and the daily average is 46°F. The average daily temperature swing is 28°F, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 135mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 117mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 94mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 103mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 13mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.3inFebPrecipitation: 4.6inMarPrecipitation: 3.7inAprPrecipitation: 4.1inMayPrecipitation: 0.9inJunPrecipitation: 0.4inJulPrecipitation: 0.5inAugPrecipitation: 0.5inSepPrecipitation: 0.9inOctPrecipitation: 2.1inNovPrecipitation: 3.9inDecPrecipitation: 4.9in
Precipitation

Wepener is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 807 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 135 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 11 mm. That's 124 mm 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.Wepener is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 31.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.3 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0.4 in. That's 4.9 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Wepener is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Wepener 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 November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan22°71°F
Feb21°69°F
Mar19°66°F
Apr15°59°F
May11°52°F
Jun8°46°F
Jul8°46°F
Aug11°51°F
Sep15°59°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov19°67°F
Dec21°70°F

The best time to visit Wepener is during March, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 68 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Wepener is during March, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 83°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 32°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 Wepener 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 Wepener 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
15 °C59 °F
29 °C83 °F
10 km/h6 mph
135 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
14 °C58 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
117 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
12 °C54 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
8 °C47 °F
22 °C72 °F
9 km/h6 mph
103 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
4 °C39 °F
20 °C68 °F
9 km/h5 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
0 °C33 °F
17 °C63 °F
10 km/h6 mph
11 mm0.4 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
0 °C32 °F
17 °C62 °F
10 km/h6 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
2 °C36 °F
20 °C67 °F
11 km/h7 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C44 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h8 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C49 °F
26 °C79 °F
12 km/h7 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
12 °C53 °F
27 °C81 °F
13 km/h8 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C57 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
125 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in