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Phalaborwa Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Phalaborwa maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature. Phalaborwa has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The temperature in Phalaborwa remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 26°C during cooler months like July.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 12°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

With annual rainfall averaging 493 mm, Phalaborwa maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, January receives moderate rainfall, averaging 100 mm of precipitation, recorded across 8 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 5.4 mm over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Phalaborwa Precipitation page.

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

Forecast for Phalaborwa

Wed   Jan 15
35°C | 23°C
W 3 m/s
8.7 mm
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Thu   Jan 16
26°C | 20°C
SE 8 m/s
11 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

Fri   Jan 17
27°C | 20°C
SE 7 m/s
0.6 mm
overcast and  chance of slight rain

overcast and chance of slight rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Phalaborwa in South Africa

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Phalaborwa have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Phalaborwa?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Phalaborwa?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Phalaborwa?
    January tops the wettest month list with 100 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Phalaborwa?
    August is the driest month with 5 mm of precipitation.

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