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Swartruggens Climate by Month

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from warm conditions to pleasant. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Swartruggens experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in November, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 21°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 6°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Swartruggens experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 628 mm yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives high rainfall, averaging 116 mm of precipitation, recorded across 11 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 3.2 mm over a single rainy day.

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

The best time of year to visit Swartruggens 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 Swartruggens have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Swartruggens?
    December has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Swartruggens?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 21°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Swartruggens?
    December tops the wettest month list with 116 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Swartruggens?
    July is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Swartruggens

    Sat   Dec 14
    39°C | 21°C
    N 29 km/h
    0.4 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    34°C | 19°C
    N 29 km/h
    8.9 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Mon   Dec 16
    29°C | 19°C
    N 18 km/h
    1.6 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder