Van Reenen Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Van Reenen’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

Seasonal changes in Van Reenen bring a little variety without extreme temperature swings. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 4°C.

The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Van Reenen 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.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 15 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 2 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

Van Reenen Temperatures Compared World Wide

Van Reenen’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.

In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.

Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.

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 Van Reenen’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Van Reenen climate page.