Climate Insights for Ntabankulu

Alfred Nzo District Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
January
27°C peak
Coldest
July
6°C low
Wettest
February
127mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ntabankulu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 861mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 127mm of rainfall. Ntabankulu 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, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, 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: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Feb Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Mar Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Apr Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° May Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 10° Jun Max: 22° Average: 13° Min: 7° Jul Max: 22° Average: 13° Min: 6° Aug Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 8° Sep Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 10° Oct Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Nov Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Dec Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Ntabankulu vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, 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 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, 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: 113mm Feb Precipitation: 127mm Mar Precipitation: 112mm Apr Precipitation: 85mm May Precipitation: 32mm Jun Precipitation: 10mm Jul Precipitation: 20mm Aug Precipitation: 34mm Sep Precipitation: 42mm Oct Precipitation: 77mm Nov Precipitation: 101mm Dec Precipitation: 110mm
Precipitation

Ntabankulu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 861mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 72mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 127mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 10mm. That's 117mm 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: 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: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Ntabankulu 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 November, 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

2 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Ntabankulu, which began on March 20, 2026. Ntabankulu 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 6°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 2 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 220mm for the season, averaging 73mm 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 15 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 350mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 10 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 228mm for the season, averaging 76mm 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 6 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 64mm 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 20°
Apr 18°
May 15°
Jun 13°
Jul 13°
Aug 14°
Sep 16°
Oct 17°
Nov 18°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Ntabankulu is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 59mm per month. By contrast, January 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 Ntabankulu 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
27 °C
2 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
112 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
May
10 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
7 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Jul
6 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Aug
8 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
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