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Weather & Climate in Christiana, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Christiana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,960 feet.
Temperature
76°F Jan (24°C)
49°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,960 ft (1,207 m) |
| Area | 2,633.3 sq mi (6,820.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.9140°N, 25.1611°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
34 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Apr 22, 1999 | 10 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa | M5.7 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jul 29, 2000 | 13 km SSW of Allanridge, South Africa | M4.9 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Oct 11, 2003 | 7 km W of Kutloanong, South Africa | M4.8 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Aug 1, 1997 | 15 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa | M4.8 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Dec 17, 1995 | 15 km W of Welkom, South Africa | M4.7 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Dec 21, 1999 | 8 km NW of Welkom, South Africa | M4.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 2019 | 27 km NNW of Theunissen, South Africa | M4.4 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 2012 | 9 km SW of Allanridge, South Africa | M4.4 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 2015 | 14 km SW of Allanridge, South Africa | M4.4 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Oct 7, 1994 | 7 km WSW of Kutloanong, South Africa | M4.4 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Apr 30, 2024 | 5 km NW of Allanridge, South Africa | M4.4 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Sep 12, 1995 | 9 km W of Kutloanong, South Africa | M4.3 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 21, 2010 | 8 km WSW of Kutloanong, South Africa | M4.3 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Oct 7, 1994 | 15 km SW of Allanridge, South Africa | M4.3 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Feb 10, 1992 | 10 km W of Welkom, South Africa | M4.3 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Nov 1, 1994 | 6 km WNW of Welkom, South Africa | M4.2 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Apr 25, 2014 | 8 km WSW of Welkom, South Africa | M4.2 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jul 14, 2021 | 7 km SW of Welkom, South Africa | M4.2 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Nov 11, 1995 | 6 km NW of Welkom, South Africa | M3.8 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jul 30, 1994 | 2 km ESE of Allanridge, South Africa | M3.7 | 149 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in |
Christiana has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 49°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (0.2").