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Rorkeʼs Drift Climate by Month

Rorkeʼs Drift has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Rorkeʼs Drift experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in February to a pleasant 22°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 6°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Rorkeʼs Drift receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 913 mm annually. The climate in Rorkeʼs Drift shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in December, with an average of 145 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 14 mm of rainfall over 2 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Rorkeʼs Drift in South Africa

During the months of April, 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 Rorkeʼs Drift have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June and July are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Rorkeʼs Drift?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Rorkeʼs Drift?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Rorkeʼs Drift?
    December tops the wettest month list with 145 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Rorkeʼs Drift?
    June is the driest month with 14 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Rorkeʼs Drift

    Thu   Dec 12
    38°C | 19°C
    NW 25 km/h
    0.9 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Fri   Dec 13
    38°C | 16°C
    E 32 km/h
    0.4 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    20°C | 15°C
    NE 25 km/h
    1.7 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain