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Ritchie Climate by Month

The temperature in Ritchie can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months, and pleasant during the cooler months. It maintains relatively low levels of precipitation throughout the seasons. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Ritchie can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 20°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 3°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Ritchie typically sees modest rain/snowfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 461 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, January receives moderate rainfall, averaging 78 mm of precipitation, recorded across 8 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 6 mm over a single rainy day.

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

Sunshine over the year

While the amount of sunshine in Ritchie varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 11.0 hours of daily sun in December, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 8.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kimberley, South Africa (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kimberley, South Africa (35 KM, 22 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Ritchie 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 Ritchie have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Ritchie?
    December has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Ritchie?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 20°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ritchie?
    January tops the wettest month list with 78 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ritchie?
    July is the driest month with 6 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Ritchie?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 329 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Ritchie

    Sat   Dec 14
    36°C | 12°C
    E 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    37°C | 16°C
    NW 40 km/h
    0.9 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Mon   Dec 16
    36°C | 14°C
    NW 29 km/h
    6.5 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder