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Kathu Climate by Month

The temperature in Kathu can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to pleasant. It's weather is marked by below-average rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Kathu. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in December to a pleasant 21°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 3°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kathu maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 398 mm. The climate in Kathu shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 78 mm of precipitation over 6 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 4.2 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day.

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

Sunshine over the year

Kathu offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between December (10.3 hours daily) and June (8.1 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kuruman, South Africa (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kuruman, South Africa (45 KM, 28 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Kathu in South Africa

During the months of May, June, July and August 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 Kathu have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Kathu?
    December has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Kathu?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 21°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kathu?
    January tops the wettest month list with 78 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kathu?
    July is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kathu?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 310 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kathu

    Sun   Dec 15
    37°C | 18°C
    N 25 km/h
    0.6 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    37°C | 20°C
    NW 22 km/h
    1 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Tue   Dec 17
    39°C | 16°C
    W 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain