Climate of North West, South Africa
Area-weighted average across North West. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
North West, a subdivision of South Africa, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 10.8°C / 51.4°F in July to 23.9°C / 75°F in January, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 98 mm / 3.9 in depending on the season (525 mm / 20.7 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 | 23.9°C75°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| February | 23.3°C73.9°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| March | 21.7°C71.1°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| April | 18.4°C65.1°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 14.5°C58.1°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 11.1°C52°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
| July | 10.8°C51.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
| August | 14°C57.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18.2°C64.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 21.1°C70°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 22.4°C72.3°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| December | 23.5°C74.3°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit North West?
The best months to visit North West, South Africa for sunny, dry weather are April, May, August, September, October. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 23.9°C / 75°F, and the driest is July with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of North West?
North West, South Africa has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 10.8°C / 51.4°F in July to 23.9°C / 75°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 525 mm / 20.7 in, with the wettest month being January (98 mm / 3.9 in) and the driest July (3 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in North West?
The hottest month in North West is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.9°C / 75°F.
What is the coldest month in North West?
The coldest month in North West is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.8°C / 51.4°F.
When does it rain most in North West?
The wettest month in North West is January, averaging about 98 mm / 3.9 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.