Climate Insights for Empuluzu

Gert Sibande District Municipality, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Hottest
February
27°C peak
Coldest
July
6°C low
Wettest
December
158mm rain
Best to Visit
April, September, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Empuluzu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 943mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 158mm of rainfall. Empuluzu 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: February, March, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 6°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: 16° Feb Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16° Apr Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° May Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 9° Jun Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 8° Jul Max: 19° Average: 12° Min: 6° Aug Max: 23° Average: 14° Min: 7° Sep Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 12° Oct Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 12° Nov Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Dec Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Empuluzu vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°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: 140mm Feb Precipitation: 106mm Mar Precipitation: 128mm Apr Precipitation: 30mm May Precipitation: 40mm Jun Precipitation: 10mm Jul Precipitation: 47mm Aug Precipitation: 5mm Sep Precipitation: 60mm Oct Precipitation: 74mm Nov Precipitation: 144mm Dec Precipitation: 158mm
Precipitation

Empuluzu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 943mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 79mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 158mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5mm. 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Empuluzu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap 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 Empuluzu, which began on June 21, 2026. Empuluzu 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 February at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 6°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 278mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 404mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 9 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 198mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 63mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 21°
Mar 21°
Apr 19°
May 15°
Jun 13°
Jul 12°
Aug 14°
Sep 17°
Oct 18°
Nov 19°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Empuluzu is during April, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 55mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°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 Empuluzu 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
16 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
140 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
May
9 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Jun
8 °C
20 °C
2 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Jul
6 °C
19 °C
2 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
7 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Oct
12 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
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