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Kirkwood Climate by Month

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from very warm conditions to warm. Kirkwood has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Kirkwood experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in February to a comfortable 22°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 8°C in July.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kirkwood tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 445 mm of rain per year. The seasons in Kirkwood, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 54 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 8 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, May, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 20 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

Kirkwood enjoys sunny spells year-round. December sees up to 9.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.9 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Gqeberha, South Africa (66 KM, 41 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Gqeberha, South Africa (66 KM, 41 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Kirkwood in South Africa

During the months of May, June, July, August, September and October 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Kirkwood?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Kirkwood?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kirkwood?
    November tops the wettest month list with 54 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kirkwood?
    May is the driest month with 20 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kirkwood?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 279 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kirkwood

    Thu   Dec 12
    33°C | 17°C
    S 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    29°C | 15°C
    SW 29 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    30°C | 12°C
    SE 22 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain