Climate Insights for Murraysburg

Central Karoo District Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa

Hottest
January
30°C peak
Coldest
July
2°C low
Wettest
January
54mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Murraysburg is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 275mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 54mm of rainfall. Murraysburg 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 2°C. Light snow can occur between July and September.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 14° Feb Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Mar Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 13° Apr Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 9° May Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 6° Jun Max: 17° Average: 10° Min: 3° Jul Max: 17° Average: 9° Min: 2° Aug Max: 18° Average: 10° Min: 2° Sep Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 6° Oct Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 8° Nov Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 10° Dec Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 13°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Murraysburg vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 54mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 53mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 31mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 2mm Sep Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 3mm Oct Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Murraysburg is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 275mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 23mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 54mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 6mm. That's 48mm less than January, 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. Light snowfall can occur between July and September, totalling around 7cm annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.

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: 4km/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: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Murraysburg 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 June, averaging 4km/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 0km/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 Murraysburg, which began on March 20, 2026. Murraysburg 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 30°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 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 45mm 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 13 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 129mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 6 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 73mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. 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 2 to 18°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm 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 22°
Feb 22°
Mar 20°
Apr 16°
May 13°
Jun 10°
Jul
Aug 10°
Sep 14°
Oct 17°
Nov 19°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Murraysburg 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 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°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 Murraysburg 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
14 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Mar
13 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Apr
9 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
May
6 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
3 °C
17 °C
4 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jul
2 °C
17 °C
4 km/h
13 mm
3 cm
Aug
2 °C
18 °C
4 km/h
10 mm
2 cm
Sep
6 °C
22 °C
4 km/h
16 mm
3 cm
Oct
8 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Nov
10 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Dec
13 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
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