The best times to visit Ladismith for ideal weather are

March 19th to May 27th

or

September 3rd 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 Ladismith Travel Info

Weather in Ladismith

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ladismith vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 68th 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 Ladismith, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January where highs are regularly around 97.6°F (36.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.7°F (17.1°C) at night.

Ladismith Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ladismith 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.

Ladismith Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ladismith Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ladismith 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 92.4 74.2 61.9
Feb 91.2 72.5 60.8
Mar 87.9 69.4 57.6
Apr 80.6 65.5 53.3
May 77.1 61.4 49.6
Jun 68.7 54.2 42.9
Jul 67.9 53.7 43.1
Aug 73.2 57.5 46.5
Sep 76.5 59.7 47.6
Oct 83.8 65.8 52.8
Nov 83.3 65.7 53.5
Dec 91.1 72 59.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 33.6 23.4 16.6
Feb 32.9 22.5 16
Mar 31.1 20.8 14.2
Apr 27 18.6 11.8
May 25.1 16.3 9.8
Jun 20.4 12.3 6.1
Jul 19.9 12.1 6.2
Aug 22.9 14.2 8.1
Sep 24.7 15.4 8.7
Oct 28.8 18.8 11.6
Nov 28.5 18.7 11.9
Dec 32.8 22.2 15.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ladismith are January, February, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid April with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of April 9th.

When can you find snow in Ladismith? 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 Ladismith.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ladismith (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 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 2% 0 0.2
Apr 3% 0 0.3
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 2% 0 0.1
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 2 0 0.5
Apr 3 0 0.8
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 2 0 0.3
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Ladismith has some comfortably humid months, with slightly drier months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is December (42.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (48.9%).

Wind in Ladismith is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and January. July’s average wind speed of around 3.5 knots (4 MPH or 6.5 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May to early June where average top sustained speeds reach 8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Feb 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Mar 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Apr 2.6 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
May 2.8 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
Jul 3.5 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Aug 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.4 Light breeze
Sep 2.8 Barely noticeable 4.8 Light breeze
Oct 2.8 Barely noticeable 4.6 Light breeze
Nov 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Dec 3 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 46.2%
Feb 45.5%
Mar 48.9%
Apr 46.5%
May 44.7%
Jun 45.5%
Jul 48.1%
Aug 47.8%
Sep 46.4%
Oct 44.7%
Nov 46.2%
Dec 42.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ladismith?

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 Ladismith, South Africa is July, followed by August and June. 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 Ladismith 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 47.8 in December means 47.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Ladismith 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 70.1°F (21.2°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 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 comfortably cool 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 Ladismith, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 90.7°F (32.6°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 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 Ladismith to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 97.6°F (36.4°C) and 85.4°F (29.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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