Climate Insights for Volksrust

Gert Sibande District Municipality, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
July
3°C low
Wettest
November
202mm rain
Best to Visit
April, September, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Volksrust is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 973mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 202mm of rainfall. Volksrust 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 3°C. Light snow can occur between September and September.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Feb Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Mar Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Apr Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° May Max: 19° Average: 12° Min: 7° Jun Max: 18° Average: 11° Min: 5° Jul Max: 16° Average: 9° Min: 3° Aug Max: 22° Average: 13° Min: 5° Sep Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 9° Oct Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 11° Nov Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Dec Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Volksrust vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 9°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 173mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 153mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 110mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 61mm Snow: 6mm Oct Precipitation: 50mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 202mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 145mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Volksrust is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 973mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 81mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 202mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5mm. That's 197mm less than November, 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 September and September, totalling around 6cm annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 6cm.

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: 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: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Volksrust 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 September, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

52 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Volksrust, which began on June 21, 2026. Volksrust 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 3°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 313mm across the season with a monthly average of 104mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 470mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 7 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 146mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. 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 3 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 44mm for the entire season. 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 20°
Feb 20°
Mar 19°
Apr 17°
May 12°
Jun 11°
Jul
Aug 13°
Sep 16°
Oct 17°
Nov 18°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Volksrust is during April, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 44mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°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 Volksrust 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
15 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
Feb
15 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
153 mm
0 cm
Mar
13 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
Apr
11 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
May
7 °C
19 °C
2 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jun
5 °C
18 °C
3 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
3 °C
16 °C
3 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
5 °C
22 °C
3 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Sep
9 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
61 mm
6 cm
Oct
11 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
202 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
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