Climate of Northern Cape, South Africa
Area-weighted average across Northern Cape. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Northern Cape, a subdivision of South Africa, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 10°C / 50°F in July to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in January, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in to 42 mm / 1.7 in depending on the season (244 mm / 9.6 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 | 24.8°C76.6°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 24.3°C75.7°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 22.2°C72°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| April | 18.3°C64.9°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 13.9°C57°F | 12 mm0.5″ | — |
| June | 10.6°C51.1°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| July | 10°C50°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| August | 12.1°C53.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| September | 15.5°C59.9°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 18.9°C66°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 21.4°C70.5°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 23.6°C74.5°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Northern Cape?
The best months to visit Northern Cape, South Africa for sunny, dry weather are January, February, April, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 24.8°C / 76.6°F, and the driest is July with about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Northern Cape?
Northern Cape, South Africa has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 10°C / 50°F in July to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 244 mm / 9.6 in, with the wettest month being March (42 mm / 1.7 in) and the driest July (8 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Northern Cape?
The hottest month in Northern Cape is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.8°C / 76.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Northern Cape?
The coldest month in Northern Cape is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 10°C / 50°F.
When does it rain most in Northern Cape?
The wettest month in Northern Cape is March, averaging about 42 mm / 1.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 8 mm / 0.3 in.