Climate Insights for Libode

OR Tambo District Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
July
8°C low
Wettest
February
132mm rain
Best to Visit
May, September, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Libode is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 953mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 132mm of rainfall. Libode 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, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 8°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: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Mar Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Apr Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 14° May Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 11° Jun Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 9° Jul Max: 23° Average: 14° Min: 8° Aug Max: 22° Average: 15° Min: 9° Sep Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 11° Oct Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° Nov Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Dec Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Libode sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 116mm Feb Precipitation: 132mm Mar Precipitation: 124mm Apr Precipitation: 107mm May Precipitation: 35mm Jun Precipitation: 8mm Jul Precipitation: 22mm Aug Precipitation: 39mm Sep Precipitation: 45mm Oct Precipitation: 84mm Nov Precipitation: 123mm Dec Precipitation: 120mm
Precipitation

Libode is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 953mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 79mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 132mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 8mm. That's 124mm less than February, 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: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Libode is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 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. 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 Libode, which began on March 20, 2026. Libode 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 8°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 11 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 251mm for the season, averaging 84mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 368mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 265mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 8 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 70mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. 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 21°
Mar 20°
Apr 18°
May 16°
Jun 15°
Jul 14°
Aug 15°
Sep 16°
Oct 17°
Nov 18°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Libode is during May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 54mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 8°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 Libode 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
3 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
9 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Jul
8 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Aug
9 °C
22 °C
3 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Oct
12 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
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