The best times to visit Kuruman for ideal weather are

February 12th to May 20th

or

August 20th to November 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Kuruman Travel Info

Weather in Kuruman

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kuruman vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 50th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Kuruman, the hottest months are December, January, and then February. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early December where highs are regularly around 96.7°F (35.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.1°F (16.7°C) at night.

Kuruman Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kuruman Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Kuruman Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kuruman Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kuruman Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 94.9 76.7 61.6
Feb 91.7 73.7 59.6
Mar 88.7 70.4 57.2
Apr 80.5 61.6 46.6
May 78.8 57.9 41.3
Jun 69.4 49.4 35.2
Jul 70 49.7 34.5
Aug 77.4 57.2 40.4
Sep 84.7 65.3 48.2
Oct 92.2 73.5 55.8
Nov 90.6 71.3 54.9
Dec 94.9 77.4 61.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 34.9 24.8 16.4
Feb 33.2 23.2 15.3
Mar 31.5 21.3 14
Apr 26.9 16.4 8.1
May 26 14.4 5.2
Jun 20.8 9.7 1.8
Jul 21.1 9.8 1.4
Aug 25.2 14 4.7
Sep 29.3 18.5 9
Oct 33.4 23.1 13.2
Nov 32.6 21.8 12.7
Dec 34.9 25.2 16.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kuruman are June, July, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January and early February with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 29th.

When can you find snow in Kuruman? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Kuruman.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kuruman (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 6% 0 0.5
Feb 18% 0 2.8
Mar 11% 0 2.1
Apr 2% 0 0.3
May 3% 0 0.3
Jun 0% 0 0.1
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 2% 0 0.1
Sep 0% 0 0.1
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 7% 0 1.3
Dec 16% 0 2.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 1.3
Feb 18 0 7.1
Mar 11 0 5.3
Apr 2 0 0.8
May 3 0 0.8
Jun 0 0 0.3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 2 0 0.3
Sep 0 0 0.3
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 7 0 3.3
Dec 16 0 5.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Kuruman has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is October (14.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (43.2%).

Wind in Kuruman is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is November, followed by October and September. November’s average wind speed of around 5.1 knots (5.9 MPH or 9.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid October where average top sustained speeds reach 9.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kuruman.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.9 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.4 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.9 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.7 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
May 1.5 Barely noticeable 6.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 1.5 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
Jul 1.6 Barely noticeable 6.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.4 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.2 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.1 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Dec 4 Light breeze 7.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 28.7%
Feb 38.8%
Mar 43.2%
Apr 37.6%
May 31.8%
Jun 37.3%
Jul 30.7%
Aug 22.2%
Sep 20.6%
Oct 14.1%
Nov 19.3%
Dec 27.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kuruman?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for South Africa; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Kuruman, South Africa is June, followed by March and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Kuruman in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.5 in December means 36.5% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Kuruman Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 90.8°F (32.7°C) and 76.5°F (24.7°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Kuruman, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 96.5°F (35.8°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Kuruman to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 96.7°F (35.9°C) and 86.6°F (30.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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