Climate Overview
The climate in Paul Roux is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 690mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 127mm of rainfall. Paul Roux 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: December, January, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 1°C.
Temperature
Temperatures in Paul Roux vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 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 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Paul Roux is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 690mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 127mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 7mm. That's 119mm 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
Paul Roux is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 18km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.
Seasons
3 days until Autumn
It is currently winter in Paul Roux, which began on June 21, 2026. Paul Roux 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 December at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 1°C. Autumn is next, beginning on March 20, 2026 — 3 days from now.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Paul Roux is during February, March, April, 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 67mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 1°C. 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 Paul Roux 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.