Climate Insights for Alexander Bay Airport

Namakwa District Municipality, Northern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
January
26°C peak
Coldest
July
10°C low
Wettest
September
10mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alexander Bay Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 53mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 10mm of rainfall. Alexander Bay Airport 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, April, February. The coldest months are July, September, August, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Feb Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 17° Mar Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 14° Apr Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° May Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Jun Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 11° Jul Max: 20° Average: 14° Min: 10° Aug Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 11° Sep Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 10° Oct Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Nov Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 13° Dec Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Alexander Bay Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 26°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 10mm Feb Precipitation: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 3mm Apr Precipitation: 1mm May Precipitation: 4mm Jun Precipitation: 7mm Jul Precipitation: 4mm Aug Precipitation: 4mm Sep Precipitation: 10mm Oct Precipitation: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 5mm Dec Precipitation: 2mm
Precipitation

Alexander Bay Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 53mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 10mm of rainfall. January and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 1mm. 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Alexander Bay Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

52 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Alexander Bay Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Alexander Bay Airport 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 January at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 10°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 17mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 12mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 8mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 15mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 20°
Mar 18°
Apr 20°
May 18°
Jun 15°
Jul 14°
Aug 16°
Sep 15°
Oct 16°
Nov 17°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Alexander Bay Airport is during January, February, March, April, May, June, August, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 4mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 10°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 Alexander Bay Airport 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
17 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jun
11 °C
21 °C
3 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
11 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
22 °C
4 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
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