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Ruiterbos Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Ruiterbos varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to pleasant. Ruiterbos has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Ruiterbos experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 19°C during cooler months like July.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 7°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Ruiterbos has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 461 mm of rainfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. November brings wetter days averaging 54 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 rainy days.

In contrast, June experiences a drier climate, with about 31 mm of rainfall spread across 8 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Year-round, Ruiterbos offers plenty of sunlight to enjoy during your holiday. The difference between the sunniest month, December, with 7.9 hours of daily sunshine, and June, the least sunny month, with 6.6 hours, is minimal. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: George, South Africa (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: George, South Africa (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Forecast for Ruiterbos

Wed   Jan 15
18°C | 11°C
SW 6 m/s
1.8 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Thu   Jan 16
23°C | 9°C
SE 6 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Fri   Jan 17
28°C | 12°C
SE 4 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Ruiterbos in South Africa

During the months of April, May, 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Ruiterbos?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Ruiterbos?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ruiterbos?
    November tops the wettest month list with 54 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ruiterbos?
    June is the driest month with 31 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Ruiterbos?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 237 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.