Umtentweni Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Umtentweni’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

With minimal seasonal shifts, Umtentweni experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in February to a comfortable 22°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 15°C in July.

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

The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 42 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 5 days.

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

Umtentweni Temperatures Compared World Wide

Umtentweni’s average annual maximum temperature is 24°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.

Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.

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.

Temperatures in the Mountains

Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.

• Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
• Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.

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