Midrand Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Midrand’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in South Africa.

Monthly Temperature Averages

The climate in Midrand experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 5°C.

The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Midrand by month:

The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. January, the city’s warmest month receives 257 hours of sunshine.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 3.3 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day. It records 288 hours of sunshine of sunshine.

Annual Temperatures in South Africa Compared

The map below shows the annual temperature across South Africa. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 32°C. Warm: 25°C to 32°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 25°C Moderate: 10°C to 18°C. Cold: 5°C to 10°C. Very cold: lower than 5°C

Midrand Temperatures Compared World Wide

Midrand’s average annual maximum temperature is 25°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.

In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.

Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.

Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.

How does the temperature feel?

Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.

In Midrand, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 50% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 20°C. In the warmest month, January, the humidity is 61% combined with an average maximum temperature of 28°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

How are these Temperatures Measured?

Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.

This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.

Global Warming and Its Effects

Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Midrand. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:

Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.

Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.

For more detailed information about Midrand’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Midrand climate page.