Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Vryheid get?

Vryheid gets 348 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 71 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 53% of South Africa.

December is the wettest month, with 76 mm. July is the driest, with 3 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 12.

Vryheid weather by month

Vryheid weather in January

In January, Vryheid averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The January record high is 39°C (2016) and the record low is 2°C (2011).

Vryheid weather in February

In February, Vryheid averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 8°C (2002).

Vryheid weather in March

In March, Vryheid averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The March record high is 40°C (1998) and the record low is 7°C (2008).

Vryheid weather in April

In April, Vryheid averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2018) and the record low is 0°C (1998). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vryheid weather in May

In May, Vryheid averages a high of 24°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2012) and the record low is -4°C (2007). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vryheid weather in June

In June, Vryheid averages a high of 22°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 80% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2003) and the record low is -6°C (2002). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vryheid weather in July

In July, Vryheid averages a high of 22°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The July record high is 31°C (2019) and the record low is -4°C (2023). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vryheid weather in August

In August, Vryheid averages a high of 24°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (2012) and the record low is -2°C (2003). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vryheid weather in September

In September, Vryheid averages a high of 27°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (2002).

Vryheid weather in October

In October, Vryheid averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The October record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is 2°C (2016).

Vryheid weather in November

In November, Vryheid averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The November record high is 38°C (2020) and the record low is -2°C (2015).

Vryheid weather in December

In December, Vryheid averages a high of 28°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The December record high is 39°C (2015) and the record low is 6°C (2007).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Vryheid

July is the sunniest month in Vryheid, with sunshine about 82% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 26%. Over the year the sun shines about 52% of daylight hours. Vryheid is cloudier than 88% of South Africa.

Humidity peaks in February at 76% and is lowest in July at 48%.

Vryheid has about 24 days a year above 32°C. Vryheid is cooler than 55% of South Africa.

First and last freeze in Vryheid

The first fall freeze in Vryheid typically comes around June 15, and the last spring freeze around July 15. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 335 days.

Vryheid weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Vryheid station is 40°C, on March 5, 1998. The coldest is -6°C, on June 3, 2002.

The wettest day on record brought 162 mm of rain, on January 31, 1984.

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

The best time to visit Vryheid

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to August, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Winter (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 6°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 12°C.

Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 16°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 11°C.

Vryheid climate questions

How much rain does Vryheid get?

Vryheid gets 348 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 71 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Vryheid?

December is the wettest month in Vryheid, with 76 mm. July is the driest, with 3 mm.

How many rainy days does Vryheid have a year?

Vryheid has about 71 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Vryheid?

February is the warmest month in Vryheid, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Vryheid?

July is the coldest month in Vryheid, with an average low of 5°C.

What is the record high temperature in Vryheid?

The record high at the Vryheid station is 40°C, set on March 5, 1998. The record low is -6°C, on June 3, 2002.

What is the sunniest month in Vryheid?

July is the sunniest month in Vryheid, with sunshine about 82% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Vryheid?

The first fall freeze in Vryheid typically comes around June 15. The last spring freeze is around July 15.

What is the best time to visit Vryheid?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to August, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.