Klerksdorp, North West Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Klerksdorp, North West gets 502 mm of precipitation a year over about 77 rainy days. December is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and July the coldest (average low 1°C).

Klerksdorp climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Klerksdorp, North West has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 22°C in July to 31°C in December. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to August, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Klerksdorp get?

Klerksdorp gets 502 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 77 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 68% of South Africa.

December is the wettest month, with 93 mm. July is the driest, with 4 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 12.

Klerksdorp weather by month

Klerksdorp weather in January

In January, Klerksdorp averages a high of 31°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The January record high is 41°C (2016) and the record low is 7°C (2008).

Klerksdorp weather in February

In February, Klerksdorp averages a high of 31°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The February record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 8°C (2015).

Klerksdorp weather in March

In March, Klerksdorp averages a high of 30°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The March record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 3°C (2002).

Klerksdorp weather in April

In April, Klerksdorp averages a high of 27°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2021) and the record low is -2°C (2007).

Klerksdorp weather in May

In May, Klerksdorp averages a high of 24°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 83% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2012) and the record low is -7°C (2007). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Klerksdorp weather in June

In June, Klerksdorp averages a high of 22°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 89% of daylight hours. The June record high is 28°C (2013) and the record low is -9°C (2010). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Klerksdorp weather in July

In July, Klerksdorp averages a high of 22°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 90% of daylight hours. The July record high is 29°C (2002) and the record low is -9°C (2014). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Klerksdorp weather in August

In August, Klerksdorp averages a high of 25°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 87% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (2012) and the record low is -8°C (2003). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Klerksdorp weather in September

In September, Klerksdorp averages a high of 29°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (2013).

Klerksdorp weather in October

In October, Klerksdorp averages a high of 31°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The October record high is 41°C (2003) and the record low is -1°C (2024).

Klerksdorp weather in November

In November, Klerksdorp averages a high of 31°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The November record high is 42°C (2021) and the record low is 0°C (2017).

Klerksdorp weather in December

In December, Klerksdorp averages a high of 32°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The December record high is 40°C (2015) and the record low is 8°C (1998).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Klerksdorp

July is the sunniest month in Klerksdorp, with sunshine about 90% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 52%. Over the year the sun shines about 71% of daylight hours. Klerksdorp is sunnier than 75% of South Africa.

Humidity peaks in February at 61% and is lowest in September at 30%.

Klerksdorp has about 52 days a year above 32°C. Klerksdorp is hotter than 71% of South Africa.

First and last freeze in Klerksdorp

The first fall freeze in Klerksdorp typically comes around May 28, and the last spring freeze around August 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 275 days.

Klerksdorp weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Klerksdorp station is 42°C, on November 15, 2021. The coldest is -9°C, on June 17, 2010.

The wettest day on record brought 103 mm of rain, on August 5, 1998.

31 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit Klerksdorp

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to August, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 11°C.

Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 16°C.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 10°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January76 mm1060%52%41°
February74 mm1061%54%38°
March63 mm1059%63%39°
April38 mm756%71%36°-2°
May14 mm349%83%32°-7°
June7.9 mm247%89%28°-9°
July3.8 mm138%90%29°-9°
August14 mm233%87%34°-8°
September13 mm330%82%36°-6°
October45 mm835%68%41°-1°
November60 mm1047%59%42°
December93 mm1255%52%40°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Klerksdorp climate questions

How much rain does Klerksdorp get?

Klerksdorp gets 502 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 77 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Klerksdorp?

December is the wettest month in Klerksdorp, with 93 mm. July is the driest, with 4 mm.

How many rainy days does Klerksdorp have a year?

Klerksdorp has about 77 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Klerksdorp?

December is the warmest month in Klerksdorp, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Klerksdorp?

July is the coldest month in Klerksdorp, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Klerksdorp?

The record high at the Klerksdorp station is 42°C, set on November 15, 2021. The record low is -9°C, on June 17, 2010.

What is the sunniest month in Klerksdorp?

July is the sunniest month in Klerksdorp, with sunshine about 90% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Klerksdorp?

The first fall freeze in Klerksdorp typically comes around May 28. The last spring freeze is around August 26.

What is the best time to visit Klerksdorp?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to August, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station POTCHEFSTROOM (42 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station POTCHEFSTROOM.