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Weather & Climate in Riversdale, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Riversdale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 16.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.
Temperature
72°F Jan (22°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 2,186.0 sq mi (5,661.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.0935°N, 21.2573°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Oct 18, 2016 | 29 km E of Prince Albert, South Africa | M4.5 | 136 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in |
Riversdale has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 54°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (1.0").