Climate Insights for Zeerust

Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality, North West, South Africa

Hottest
February
32°C peak
Coldest
July
4°C low
Wettest
December
127mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Zeerust is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 504mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 127mm of rainfall. Zeerust 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, October. The coldest months are July, June, August, 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: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Feb Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 20° Mar Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° Apr Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° May Max: 22° Average: 15° Min: 9° Jun Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 7° Jul Max: 20° Average: 12° Min: 4° Aug Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 8° Sep Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 13° Oct Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 16° Nov Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Dec Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Zeerust vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 12°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 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 59mm Feb Precipitation: 48mm Mar Precipitation: 77mm Apr Precipitation: 31mm May Precipitation: 29mm Jun Precipitation: 13mm Jul Precipitation: 19mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 35mm Nov Precipitation: 63mm Dec Precipitation: 127mm
Precipitation

Zeerust is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 504mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 42mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 127mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 127mm less than December, 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: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Zeerust 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 March, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/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 Zeerust, which began on June 21, 2026. Zeerust 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 4°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 99mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. 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 19 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 235mm for the season, averaging 78mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 9 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 138mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. 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 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 33mm 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 25°
Feb 26°
Mar 22°
Apr 20°
May 15°
Jun 13°
Jul 12°
Aug 16°
Sep 21°
Oct 24°
Nov 24°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Zeerust is during March, April, May, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 34mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°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 Zeerust 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
20 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
May
9 °C
22 °C
3 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Jun
7 °C
20 °C
3 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Jul
4 °C
20 °C
3 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
8 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
63 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
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