Climate of Limpopo, South Africa
Area-weighted average across Limpopo. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Limpopo, a subdivision of South Africa, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14°C / 57.2°F in July to 24.3°C / 75.7°F in January, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 109 mm / 4.3 in depending on the season (586 mm / 23.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.3°C75.7°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
| February | 23.9°C75°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| March | 22.8°C73°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| April | 20.4°C68.7°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 17°C62.6°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.2°C57.6°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14°C57.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 16.5°C61.7°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 19.9°C67.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 22.3°C72.1°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| November | 23.2°C73.8°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| December | 24°C75.2°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Limpopo?
The best months to visit Limpopo, South Africa for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 24.3°C / 75.7°F, and the driest is August with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Limpopo?
Limpopo, South Africa has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14°C / 57.2°F in July to 24.3°C / 75.7°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 586 mm / 23.1 in, with the wettest month being January (109 mm / 4.3 in) and the driest August (5 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Limpopo?
The hottest month in Limpopo is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.3°C / 75.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Limpopo?
The coldest month in Limpopo is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14°C / 57.2°F.
When does it rain most in Limpopo?
The wettest month in Limpopo is January, averaging about 109 mm / 4.3 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.