Climate Insights for Roossenekal

, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Hottest
December
24°C peak
Coldest
July
3°C low
Wettest
December
155mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Roossenekal is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 791mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 155mm of rainfall. Roossenekal 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, February, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 3°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Feb Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14° Mar Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Apr Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 10° May Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 7° Jun Max: 18° Average: 10° Min: 4° Jul Max: 18° Average: 10° Min: 3° Aug Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 6° Sep Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 10° Oct Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 11° Nov Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Dec Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Roossenekal vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. December is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 149mm Feb Precipitation: 123mm Mar Precipitation: 69mm Apr Precipitation: 58mm May Precipitation: 22mm Jun Precipitation: 3mm Jul Precipitation: 9mm Aug Precipitation: 2mm Sep Precipitation: 17mm Oct Precipitation: 67mm Nov Precipitation: 117mm Dec Precipitation: 155mm
Precipitation

Roossenekal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 791mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 66mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 155mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2mm. That's 153mm less than December, 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Roossenekal is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

3 days until Autumn

It is currently winter in Roossenekal, which began on June 21, 2026. Roossenekal 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 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 3°C. Autumn is next, beginning on March 20, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 202mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 427mm across the season with a monthly average of 142mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 7 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 148mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 3 to 21°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 14mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 19°
Feb 19°
Mar 18°
Apr 16°
May 13°
Jun 10°
Jul 10°
Aug 13°
Sep 16°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Roossenekal is during March, April, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 53mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 24°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°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 Roossenekal 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
14 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
149 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
24 °C
12 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
13 °C
24 °C
11 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Apr
10 °C
22 °C
11 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
May
7 °C
20 °C
11 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Jun
4 °C
18 °C
12 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jul
3 °C
18 °C
13 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Aug
6 °C
21 °C
14 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
155 mm
0 cm
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