Climate normals · 1970–2000
Emalahleni Climate
Emalahleni is a city in South Africa (07) with a population of about 373,403. Its average annual temperature is 16.3°C (61°F), with roughly 705 mm of rain per year.
16.3°C
Avg Temp
705
Precip (mm/yr)
Jan
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
Emalahleni Climate
Emalahleni has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F) and receives about 705 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is January and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.3°C
Avg Temp
705
Precip (mm/yr)
Jan
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 20° / 68° | 130 mm |
| February | 20° / 67° | 92 mm |
| March | 19° / 66° | 79 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 44 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 12 mm |
| June | 11° / 52° | 7 mm |
| July | 11° / 51° | 4 mm |
| August | 13° / 56° | 7 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 24 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 70 mm |
| November | 19° / 65° | 121 mm |
| December | 20° / 67° | 115 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 Emalahleni
The most comfortable months to visit Emalahleni are typically September, February and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is January (around 26°C high). The coldest is July (near 2°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Emalahleni are typically September, February and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Emalahleni, South Africa has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C and about 705 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is January and the coldest is July.
In January, the hottest month, daily highs in Emalahleni average about 26°C (78°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.