Climate Insights for Leeu-Gamka

Central Karoo District Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa

Hottest
February
35°C peak
Coldest
July
6°C low
Wettest
January
16mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Leeu-Gamka is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 107mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 16mm of rainfall. Leeu-Gamka 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, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 35° Average: 26° Min: 19° Feb Max: 35° Average: 26° Min: 19° Mar Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 16° Apr Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 13° May Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 10° Jun Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 6° Jul Max: 21° Average: 13° Min: 6° Aug Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 6° Sep Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 10° Oct Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 12° Nov Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 14° Dec Max: 34° Average: 25° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Leeu-Gamka vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 13°C. The average daily temperature swing is 16°C, meaning significant differences between daytime and nighttime temperatures. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 16mm Feb Precipitation: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 13mm May Precipitation: 12mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 9mm Aug Precipitation: 7mm Sep Precipitation: 8mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 7mm Dec Precipitation: 4mm
Precipitation

Leeu-Gamka is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 107mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 16mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 4mm. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

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: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Leeu-Gamka 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 December, averaging 5km/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 2km/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 Leeu-Gamka, which began on March 20, 2026. Leeu-Gamka 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 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 6°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 21mm 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 17 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 29mm 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 10 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 37mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 21mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 26°
Mar 24°
Apr 20°
May 17°
Jun 14°
Jul 13°
Aug 14°
Sep 18°
Oct 21°
Nov 23°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Leeu-Gamka is during March, April, May, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 10mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°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 Leeu-Gamka 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
19 °C
35 °C
5 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
35 °C
4 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
May
10 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
6 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
6 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Aug
6 °C
22 °C
4 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Oct
12 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
34 °C
5 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
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