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Malelane Climate by Month

Malelane maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Malelane experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 26°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 11°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Malelane receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 706 mm annually. Malelane can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 127 mm of precipitation over 11 rainy days.

In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 8.1 mm of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Malelane in South Africa

During the months of June and July you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

The best time to visit is during the drier months: April, May, June, July, August, September and October.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Malelane have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Malelane?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Malelane?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Malelane?
    January tops the wettest month list with 127 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Malelane?
    June is the driest month with 8 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Malelane

    Wed   Dec 11
    39°C | 22°C
    NW 14 km/h
    5.2 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of rain

    broken clouds and small chance of rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    41°C | 24°C
    W 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    42°C | 23°C
    NW 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain