Climate Insights for Wilton Valley Airstrip

South Africa

Hottest
October
33°C peak91°F peak
Coldest
July
7°C low44°F low
Wettest
February
111 mm rain4.4 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Wilton Valley Airstrip is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 422 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 111 mm of rainfall. Wilton Valley Airstrip 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: October, November, December. The coldest months are July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Wilton Valley Airstrip is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 16.6 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.4 in of rainfall. Wilton Valley Airstrip 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: October, November, December. The coldest months are July, June, May, when temperatures can drop to 44°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°FebMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°MarMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°AprMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°MayMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 11°JunMax: 24°Average: 15°Min: 7°JulMax: 24°Average: 15°Min: 7°AugMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 11°SepMax: 31°Average: 23°Min: 16°OctMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 18°NovMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 20°DecMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 90°FAverage: 80°FMin: 70°FFebMax: 89°FAverage: 79°FMin: 70°FMarMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 71°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 64°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 59°FMin: 45°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 58°FMin: 44°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 66°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 88°FAverage: 74°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 91°FAverage: 78°FMin: 65°FNovMax: 90°FAverage: 79°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 90°FAverage: 80°FMin: 70°F
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Temperatures in Wilton Valley Airstrip vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Wilton Valley Airstrip vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 44°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 100mmFebPrecipitation: 111mmMarPrecipitation: 27mmAprPrecipitation: 25mmMayPrecipitation: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 3mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 3mmOctPrecipitation: 17mmNovPrecipitation: 48mmDecPrecipitation: 80mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4inFebPrecipitation: 4.4inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inAprPrecipitation: 1inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inOctPrecipitation: 0.7inNovPrecipitation: 1.9inDecPrecipitation: 3.2in
Precipitation

Wilton Valley Airstrip is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 422 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 35 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 111 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 111 mm less than February, 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.Wilton Valley Airstrip is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 16.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.4 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.4 in less than February, 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: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
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Wilton Valley Airstrip 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 15km/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 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Wilton Valley Airstrip 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 9mph, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°80°F
Feb26°79°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr22°71°F
May18°64°F
Jun15°59°F
Jul15°58°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct26°78°F
Nov26°79°F
Dec26°80°F

The best time to visit Wilton Valley Airstrip is during April, May, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 8 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Wilton Valley Airstrip is during April, May, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 91°F, while July is the coldest period with lows 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 Wilton Valley Airstrip 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 Wilton Valley Airstrip 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
21 °C70 °F
32 °C90 °F
12 km/h8 mph
100 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C70 °F
32 °C89 °F
11 km/h7 mph
111 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C67 °F
31 °C88 °F
11 km/h7 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
29 °C83 °F
10 km/h6 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C51 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
7 °C45 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
7 °C44 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C60 °F
31 °C88 °F
14 km/h9 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C65 °F
33 °C91 °F
15 km/h9 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
32 °C90 °F
14 km/h9 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C70 °F
32 °C90 °F
13 km/h8 mph
80 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in