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Umtata Climate by Month

Umtata maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Umtata remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in February to a pleasant 22°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 7°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Umtata has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1061 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Umtata shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in January, with an average of 149 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days. In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 25 mm of rainfall over 4 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Umtata in South Africa

During the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December 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 Umtata?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Umtata?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Umtata?
    January tops the wettest month list with 149 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Umtata?
    July is the driest month with 25 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Umtata

    Tue   Dec 03
    28°C | 14°C
    SE 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    25°C | 15°C
    E 18 km/h
    0.8 mm
    broken clouds and slight rain

    broken clouds and slight rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    27°C | 17°C
    SE 22 km/h
    2.6 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain