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Weather & Climate in Rooiberg, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rooiberg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,894 feet.
Temperature
74°F Jan (23°C)
52°F Jul (11°C)
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,894 ft (1,187 m) |
| Area | 6,322.5 sq mi (16,375.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.7778°N, 27.7334°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
19 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Dec 2, 2013 | 33 km SE of Modimolle, South Africa | M4.8 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Apr 26, 1998 | 6 km SSW of Diepsloot, South Africa | M4.5 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 1992 | 4 km S of Brits, South Africa | M4.4 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Jun 22, 2013 | 26 km ESE of Thabazimbi, South Africa | M4.2 | 12 km | 5 km |
| Jul 12, 2015 | 21 km NW of Brits, South Africa | M4.2 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Jun 13, 1991 | 6 km W of Randburg, South Africa | M3.9 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Mar 2, 2024 | 53 km ENE of Zeerust, South Africa | M3.8 | 134 km | 9 km |
| Jan 31, 2022 | 30 km NW of Krugersdorp, South Africa | M3.6 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Jul 28, 1991 | 56 km WNW of Maile, South Africa | M3.6 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Jul 25, 1990 | 37 km NNW of Carletonville, South Africa | M3.6 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Aug 16, 1991 | 15 km NW of Krugersdorp, South Africa | M3.5 | 135 km | 5 km |
| May 28, 1990 | 25 km ESE of Koster, South Africa | M3.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 11, 1993 | 36 km S of Rustenburg, South Africa | M3.4 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Feb 12, 1993 | 47 km WSW of Siyabuswa, South Africa | M3.4 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Nov 18, 1992 | 37 km S of Rustenburg, South Africa | M3.3 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jun 15, 1993 | 18 km SSW of Brits, South Africa | M3.2 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Mar 4, 1993 | 37 km SSE of Rustenburg, South Africa | M3.1 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Jul 31, 1992 | 43 km N of Maile, South Africa | M3.0 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Oct 20, 1994 | 5 km SW of Krugersdorp, South Africa | M2.8 | 150 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
Rooiberg has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in July to 74°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.2").