Beaufort West Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Beaufort West is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months
to pleasant in the cooler months.
Beaufort West has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Beaufort West, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in January to a pleasant 19°C in July.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 4°C in July. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Beaufort West tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 359 mm of rain per year. The seasons in Beaufort West, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 50 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 6 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 14 mm over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Beaufort West Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Beaufort West enjoys sunny spells year-round. December sees up to 11.6 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.9 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Beaufort West.
The city experiences its highest humidity in March, reaching 54%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 46%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s in January, February, March, April, May, June and December to 4 m/s in July, August, September, October and November.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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9 m/s
6 m/s
5 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Beaufort West in South Africa
During the months of April, May, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
January has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
March tops the wettest month list with 50 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 14 mm of precipitation.
December is the sunniest month with an average of 347 hours of sunshine.
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