Climate Insights for Fraserburg

Namakwa District Municipality, Northern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
January
32°C peak
Coldest
July
2°C low
Wettest
April
32mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Fraserburg is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 150mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 32mm of rainfall. Fraserburg 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, February, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 2°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 16° Feb Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 16° Mar Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 14° Apr Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° May Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 6° Jun Max: 17° Average: 10° Min: 3° Jul Max: 17° Average: 9° Min: 2° Aug Max: 18° Average: 10° Min: 3° Sep Max: 23° Average: 14° Min: 6° Oct Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 9° Nov Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 11° Dec Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Fraserburg vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 9°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 7mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Fraserburg is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 150mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 32mm of rainfall. January and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 5mm. That's 27mm less than April, 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: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Fraserburg is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4km/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

3 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Fraserburg, which began on March 20, 2026. Fraserburg 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 2°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 6 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 18mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 49mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 6 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 62mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 2 to 18°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 21mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 24°
Mar 22°
Apr 17°
May 13°
Jun 10°
Jul
Aug 10°
Sep 14°
Oct 18°
Nov 20°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Fraserburg is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 15mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°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 Fraserburg 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
32 °C
5 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Apr
10 °C
24 °C
5 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
May
6 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
3 °C
17 °C
5 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jul
2 °C
17 °C
5 km/h
8 mm
1 cm
Aug
3 °C
18 °C
5 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Sep
6 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Oct
9 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
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