Paterson Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Paterson sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year.
Temperatures can be warm at the high end
to roughly warm at the low end.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Paterson, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 22°C during cooler months like July.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 8°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Paterson receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 520 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives moderate rainfall, averaging 62 mm of precipitation, recorded across 9 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, May brings less rainfall, with 23 mm over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Paterson Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Paterson varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.4 hours of daily sun in December, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 6.8 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Paterson.
The city experiences its highest humidity in March, reaching 82%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Paterson in South Africa
During the months of May, June, July, August, September, October and November 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:
February has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 62 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 23 mm of precipitation.
December is the sunniest month with an average of 281 hours of sunshine.
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