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Olifantshoek Climate by Month

The temperature in Olifantshoek can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to pleasant. Olifantshoek has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Olifantshoek. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in December to a pleasant 20°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 3°C in July.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Olifantshoek maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 438 mm. The seasons in Olifantshoek, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 81 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 6 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 4.7 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

The best time of year to visit Olifantshoek 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 Olifantshoek have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Olifantshoek?
    December has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Olifantshoek?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 20°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Olifantshoek?
    January tops the wettest month list with 81 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Olifantshoek?
    July is the driest month with 5 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Olifantshoek

    Tue   Dec 03
    33°C | 16°C
    W 22 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    35°C | 17°C
    W 25 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    32°C | 18°C
    SW 25 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain