Climate Insights for Port St Johns

OR Tambo District Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
July
10°C low
Wettest
March
136mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Port St Johns is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1032mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 136mm of rainfall. Port St Johns 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 10°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Feb Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Apr Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° May Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 13° Jun Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 10° Jul Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 10° Aug Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Sep Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° Oct Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Nov Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 15° Dec Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Port St Johns sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°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: 118mm Feb Precipitation: 132mm Mar Precipitation: 136mm Apr Precipitation: 118mm May Precipitation: 46mm Jun Precipitation: 11mm Jul Precipitation: 30mm Aug Precipitation: 45mm Sep Precipitation: 54mm Oct Precipitation: 92mm Nov Precipitation: 129mm Dec Precipitation: 120mm
Precipitation

Port St Johns is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1032mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 136mm of rainfall. February and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 11mm. That's 125mm less than March, 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: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/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

Port St Johns 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 3km/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

2 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Port St Johns, which began on March 20, 2026. Port St Johns 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 10°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 2 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 276mm for the season, averaging 92mm 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 17 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 369mm 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 13 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 300mm for the season, averaging 100mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 87mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. 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 22°
Feb 22°
Mar 21°
Apr 19°
May 17°
Jun 15°
Jul 15°
Aug 16°
Sep 17°
Oct 18°
Nov 19°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Port St Johns is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 47mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 26°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 Port St Johns 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
18 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
136 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
10 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
22 °C
3 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
129 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
120 mm
0 cm
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