The best times to visit Soutpansberg for ideal weather are

April 9th to September 9th

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

 

 


Other Soutpansberg Travel Info

Weather in Soutpansberg

Temperature

Average temperatures in Soutpansberg vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 54th 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 Soutpansberg, the hottest months are December, February, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early November where highs are regularly around 96.4°F (35.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70.3°F (21.3°C) at night.

Soutpansberg Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Soutpansberg 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.

Soutpansberg Perceived Temperature (F)

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Soutpansberg Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Soutpansberg 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 91.4 82 71.2
Feb 92.4 82 70.8
Mar 91.4 81.2 68.9
Apr 85.6 75.1 62.9
May 84.8 71.6 55.8
Jun 79.5 65.9 50
Jul 78.5 65.5 50.4
Aug 82.7 70.1 53.9
Sep 87.8 76 61.6
Oct 89.7 79.2 66.1
Nov 92.6 81.8 68.8
Dec 92.2 82.4 71.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 33 27.8 21.8
Feb 33.6 27.8 21.6
Mar 33 27.3 20.5
Apr 29.8 23.9 17.2
May 29.3 22 13.2
Jun 26.4 18.8 10
Jul 25.8 18.6 10.2
Aug 28.2 21.2 12.2
Sep 31 24.4 16.4
Oct 32.1 26.2 18.9
Nov 33.7 27.7 20.4
Dec 33.4 28 21.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Soutpansberg are June, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid March. For example, on the week of March 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Soutpansberg? 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 Soutpansberg.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Soutpansberg (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 16% 0 4.7
Feb 7% 0 1.4
Mar 8% 0 1.3
Apr 3% 0 0.9
May 1% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 2% 0 0.5
Oct 4% 0 0.8
Nov 8% 0 2.8
Dec 11% 0 2.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 16 0 11.9
Feb 7 0 3.6
Mar 8 0 3.3
Apr 3 0 2.3
May 1 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 2 0 1.3
Oct 4 0 2
Nov 8 0 7.1
Dec 11 0 6.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Soutpansberg has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is August (34.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (51.4%).

Wind in Soutpansberg is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is October, followed by September and November. October’s average wind speed of around 2.7 knots (3.1 MPH or 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 early to mid October where average top sustained speeds reach 5.7 knots, which is considered a light breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 1.9 Barely noticeable 3.9 Barely noticeable
Feb 1.7 Barely noticeable 3.6 Barely noticeable
Mar 1.7 Barely noticeable 3.6 Barely noticeable
Apr 1.4 Barely noticeable 3.6 Barely noticeable
May 1 Barely noticeable 3.3 Barely noticeable
Jun 1.1 Barely noticeable 3.2 Barely noticeable
Jul 1.3 Barely noticeable 3.6 Barely noticeable
Aug 1.8 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze
Sep 2.3 Barely noticeable 5.2 Barely noticeable
Oct 2.7 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Nov 2 Barely noticeable 4.4 Barely noticeable
Dec 2 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 51.4%
Feb 47.8%
Mar 46.9%
Apr 48.6%
May 41.5%
Jun 38.3%
Jul 39.6%
Aug 34.8%
Sep 35.5%
Oct 39%
Nov 43.4%
Dec 49.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Soutpansberg?

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 Soutpansberg, 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 Soutpansberg 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 Soutpansberg Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 92.9°F (33.8°C) and 82.3°F (27.9°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 2 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 very comfortable 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 second busiest season for tourism in Soutpansberg, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 96.4°F (35.8°C) and 85.2°F (29.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 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 Soutpansberg to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 94.4°F (34.7°C) and 89.7°F (32.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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