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Brakpan Climate by Month

The temperature in Brakpan varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to pleasant. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Brakpan changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 4°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Brakpan has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 777 mm of rainfall annually. Brakpan can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 139 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 4 mm of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Brakpan experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 9.5 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 7.5 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (32 KM, 20 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Brakpan in South Africa

During the months of March, 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:
  • Does Brakpan have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Brakpan?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Brakpan?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 20°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Brakpan?
    December tops the wettest month list with 139 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Brakpan?
    July is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Brakpan?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 284 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Brakpan

    Sun   Dec 15
    31°C | 14°C
    N 25 km/h
    3 mm
    almost clear and rain

    almost clear and rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    29°C | 16°C
    NW 25 km/h
    7.3 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Tue   Dec 17
    32°C | 16°C
    N 25 km/h
    5.4 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder