Climate Insights for Rietbron

Sarah Baartman District Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
January
32°C peak
Coldest
July
4°C low
Wettest
February
23mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Rietbron is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 154mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 23mm of rainfall. Rietbron 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, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 23° Min: 16° Feb Max: 32° Average: 23° Min: 16° Mar Max: 30° Average: 21° Min: 14° Apr Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 11° May Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 8° Jun Max: 19° Average: 12° Min: 5° Jul Max: 19° Average: 12° Min: 4° Aug Max: 20° Average: 12° Min: 5° Sep Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 8° Oct Max: 27° Average: 18° Min: 10° Nov Max: 29° Average: 20° Min: 12° Dec Max: 31° Average: 22° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Rietbron 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 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 12°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 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 20mm Feb Precipitation: 23mm Mar Precipitation: 18mm Apr Precipitation: 15mm May Precipitation: 12mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 9mm Aug Precipitation: 8mm Sep Precipitation: 15mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 12mm Dec Precipitation: 10mm
Precipitation

Rietbron is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 154mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 23mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 5mm. 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: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/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: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Rietbron 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 4km/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 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 Rietbron, which began on March 20, 2026. Rietbron 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 4°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 2 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 8 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm 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 14 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 53mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 8 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 45mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 4 to 20°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 23mm 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 23°
Feb 23°
Mar 21°
Apr 18°
May 15°
Jun 12°
Jul 12°
Aug 12°
Sep 15°
Oct 18°
Nov 20°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Rietbron is during January, February, March, April, September, 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 15mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°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 Rietbron 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
32 °C
4 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Apr
11 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
May
8 °C
23 °C
3 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
5 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
4 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Aug
5 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Sep
8 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Oct
10 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
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