The best times to visit Matibidi for ideal weather are

February 26th to May 20th

or

August 27th to October 14th

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

 

 


Other Matibidi Travel Info

Weather in Matibidi

Temperature

Average temperatures in Matibidi vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 65th 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 Matibidi, the hottest months are February, January, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early February where highs are regularly around 79°F (26.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 58.4°F (14.7°C) at night.

Matibidi Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Matibidi 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.

Matibidi Perceived Temperature (F)

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Matibidi Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Matibidi 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 77.2 64.8 58.2
Feb 78.5 65.3 57.8
Mar 76.3 63.4 56.3
Apr 72.3 59 51.1
May 71.8 57.2 48.1
Jun 67.4 52.7 43.3
Jul 65.7 51.2 42.2
Aug 70.2 54.8 45.1
Sep 74.7 59.8 49.8
Oct 74.3 60.2 51.8
Nov 76.6 62.6 54
Dec 76.7 64.1 57

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 25.1 18.2 14.6
Feb 25.8 18.5 14.3
Mar 24.6 17.4 13.5
Apr 22.4 15 10.6
May 22.1 14 8.9
Jun 19.7 11.5 6.3
Jul 18.7 10.7 5.7
Aug 21.2 12.7 7.3
Sep 23.7 15.4 9.9
Oct 23.5 15.7 11
Nov 24.8 17 12.2
Dec 24.8 17.8 13.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Matibidi are June, August, 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 late May. For example, on the week of May 21st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.

When can you find snow in Matibidi? 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 Matibidi.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Matibidi (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 26% 0 4.7
Feb 17% 0 2.9
Mar 20% 0 3.4
Apr 9% 0 1.2
May 5% 0 0.6
Jun 3% 0 0.3
Jul 7% 0 2.5
Aug 5% 0 0.7
Sep 14% 0 1.7
Oct 22% 0 2.7
Nov 35% 0 5.6
Dec 35% 0 7.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 26 0 11.9
Feb 17 0 7.4
Mar 20 0 8.6
Apr 9 0 3
May 5 0 1.5
Jun 3 0 0.8
Jul 7 0 6.4
Aug 5 0 1.8
Sep 14 0 4.3
Oct 22 0 6.9
Nov 35 0 14.2
Dec 35 0 19.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Matibidi has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (50.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (77.9%).

Wind in Matibidi is usually calm. The windiest month is August, followed by June and November. August’s average wind speed of around 4.8 knots (5.6 MPH or 8.9 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 to late November where average top sustained speeds reach 10.1 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.3 Light breeze 6.6 Light breeze
Feb 4.1 Light breeze 6.5 Light breeze
Mar 4 Light breeze 6.7 Light breeze
Apr 3.7 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
May 4.2 Light breeze 6.5 Light breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 7.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.5 Light breeze 6.9 Light breeze
Aug 4.8 Light breeze 7.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.6 Light breeze 7 Light breeze
Oct 4.3 Light breeze 6.8 Light breeze
Nov 4.7 Light breeze 7.6 Light breeze
Dec 4.1 Light breeze 6.6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.9%
Feb 76%
Mar 72.6%
Apr 69%
May 56.8%
Jun 50.1%
Jul 52.5%
Aug 50.9%
Sep 53.6%
Oct 67.5%
Nov 69.3%
Dec 74%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Matibidi?

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 Matibidi, South Africa is August, followed by April and May. 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 Matibidi in November. 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 37.7 in November means 37.7% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Matibidi Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 77°F (25°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the 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 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Matibidi, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 79°F (26.1°C) and 71.9°F (22.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 11 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 somewhat cool this time of year in Matibidi to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 78.9°F (26.1°C) and 74.3°F (23.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 11 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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