Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Vanderbijlpark get?

Vanderbijlpark 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.

Vanderbijlpark weather by month

Vanderbijlpark weather in January

In January, Vanderbijlpark 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 48% of daylight hours. The January record high is 41°C (2016) and the record low is 7°C (2008).

Vanderbijlpark weather in February

In February, Vanderbijlpark 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 51% of daylight hours. The February record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 8°C (2015).

Vanderbijlpark weather in March

In March, Vanderbijlpark 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 62% of daylight hours. The March record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 3°C (2002).

Vanderbijlpark weather in April

In April, Vanderbijlpark 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 69% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2021) and the record low is -2°C (2007).

Vanderbijlpark weather in May

In May, Vanderbijlpark 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 82% 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.

Vanderbijlpark weather in June

In June, Vanderbijlpark 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 90% 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.

Vanderbijlpark weather in July

In July, Vanderbijlpark 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 91% 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.

Vanderbijlpark weather in August

In August, Vanderbijlpark 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 86% 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.

Vanderbijlpark weather in September

In September, Vanderbijlpark 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 80% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (2013).

Vanderbijlpark weather in October

In October, Vanderbijlpark 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 65% of daylight hours. The October record high is 41°C (2003) and the record low is -1°C (2024).

Vanderbijlpark weather in November

In November, Vanderbijlpark 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 54% of daylight hours. The November record high is 42°C (2021) and the record low is 0°C (2017).

Vanderbijlpark weather in December

In December, Vanderbijlpark 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 48% of daylight hours. The December record high is 40°C (2015) and the record low is 8°C (1998).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Vanderbijlpark

July is the sunniest month in Vanderbijlpark, with sunshine about 91% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 48%. Over the year the sun shines about 69% of daylight hours. Vanderbijlpark is sunnier than 62% of South Africa.

Humidity peaks in January at 64% and is lowest in September at 33%.

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

First and last freeze in Vanderbijlpark

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

Vanderbijlpark weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Vanderbijlpark 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 Vanderbijlpark

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.

Vanderbijlpark climate questions

How much rain does Vanderbijlpark get?

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

What is the wettest month in Vanderbijlpark?

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

How many rainy days does Vanderbijlpark have a year?

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

What is the hottest month in Vanderbijlpark?

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

What is the coldest month in Vanderbijlpark?

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

What is the record high temperature in Vanderbijlpark?

The record high at the Vanderbijlpark 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 Vanderbijlpark?

July is the sunniest month in Vanderbijlpark, with sunshine about 91% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Vanderbijlpark?

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

What is the best time to visit Vanderbijlpark?

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