Weather & Climate in Moshate, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Moshate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,337 feet.
Temperature
66°F Jan (19°C)
51°F Jul (11°C)
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,337 ft (1,322 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.8569°S, 29.8367°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Feb 16, 2018 | 28 km WNW of Phalaborwa, South Africa | M4.5 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2016 | 25 km WSW of Phalaborwa, South Africa | M4.1 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Aug 16, 2021 | South Africa | M3.3 | 75 km | 5 km |
| Jun 23, 2018 | 31 km ESE of Lebowakgomo, South Africa | M3.0 | 45 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 6.7 in |
Moshate has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 51°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.8") and June the driest (0.8").