Climate normals · 1970–2000
Athlone Climate
Athlone is a city in South Africa (11) with a population of about 237,414. Its average annual temperature is 17.6°C (64°F), with roughly 583 mm of rain per year.
17.6°C
Avg Temp
583
Precip (mm/yr)
Feb
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
Athlone Climate
Athlone has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F) and receives about 583 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is February and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.6°C
Avg Temp
583
Precip (mm/yr)
Feb
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 71° | 15 mm |
| February | 22° / 71° | 16 mm |
| March | 21° / 69° | 21 mm |
| April | 18° / 65° | 45 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 84 mm |
| June | 14° / 57° | 100 mm |
| July | 13° / 55° | 93 mm |
| August | 14° / 57° | 87 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 51 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 32 mm |
| November | 19° / 66° | 20 mm |
| December | 21° / 69° | 19 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Athlone
The most comfortable months to visit Athlone are typically December, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is February (around 27°C high). The coldest is July (near 8°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Athlone are typically December, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Athlone, South Africa has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C and about 583 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is February and the coldest is July.
In February, the hottest month, daily highs in Athlone average about 27°C (81°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.