The climate of Hermon
Hermon,
Lesotho experiences a Marine West Coast climate, typified by a warm summer, according to its Köppen climate classification (Cfb). Geographically positioned at a higher altitude within Africa, the town experiences significant variations among different weather parameters throughout the year.
Arising from its warm summer, the highest temperature soars up to 28°C (82.4°F) during
February while the lowest temperature plunges down to 3.1°C (37.6°F) in
July. The temperature fluctuates from 14.7°C (58.5°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) between
June and February, providing a wide range for both locals and visitors to adapt to. On the other hand, the temperature experiences a relatively narrow fluctuation between 14.8°C (58.6°F) to 20.8°C (69.4°F) from July to
October, suggesting a milder transitional period.
Humidity in Hermon remains fairly constant throughout the year, ranging from 33% in
September to 55% in February and
April. Rainfall follows a noticeable pattern, with the highest rain recorded in
December, and the least amount observed in July and
August. The town does also see minimal snowfall, with 2mm (0.08") in June.
The amount of daylight varies from 10 hours in June and July to 14 hours in December. Sunny days are expected throughout the year, with December basking under the most sunshine, whereas June, despite its longer daylight hours, sees cloudier skies. As for wind, it ranges from 8.1km/h (5mph) in
May to 13.3km/h (8.3mph) in
November, with the maximum wind speed recorded at 15.3km/h (9.5mph) also in November.
The best time to visit Hermon
Consider planning a trip to
Hermon during the transitional periods between summer and winter. Typically,
September to
November offers moderate temperatures, significantly less rainfall and consistent sunny days. Average temperatures during this period range from 14.8°C (58.6°F) to 24.6°C (76.3°F), with barely any rain, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the scenic landscape.
The worst time to visit Hermon
It is advisable to avoid travel to
Hermon in winter, particularly from
June to
August. Despite the winter months offering the least rainfall, the temperatures during this period descend to a chilly 3.1°C (37.6°F) to 14.8°C (58.6°F). Moreover, the occurrence of snow in June, although negligible, could add to the challenging weather conditions.
Spring weather in Hermon
Spring in
Hermon occurs from
September to
November, with temperatures ranging from 18.2°C (64.8°F) to 24.6°C (76.3°F). This period is characterized by decreasing rainfall, from 10mm (0.39") in September to 28mm (1.1") in November, and stable humidity at about 38%. The pleasant weather conditions are accompanied by a fair amount of sunshine, exceeding 9 hours per day, heralding the onset of warmer days.
Summer weather in Hermon
Summer in
Hermon extends from
December to
February. These months witness the highest temperatures, varying between 25.8°C (78.4°F) to 28°C (82.4°F). Despite the high heat, the relative humidity falls within a comfortable range. Rainfall is greater during these months, reaching up to 72mm (2.83") in December, thus inviting lush greeneries and thriving flora.
Autumn weather in Hermon
Autumn in
Hermon offers a reprieve from the summer's heat as temperatures dip from 20.8°C (69.4°F) in
March to 14.7°C (58.5°F) in
June. Alongside the cooling temperatures, there's also a gradual decrease in rainfall from 45mm (1.77") in March to 14mm (0.55") in June. The moderate weather, enhanced by longer daylight hours, enriches visitors' sightseeing experience.
Winter weather in Hermon
Winter in
Hermon runs from
June to
August. This season is marked by lower temperatures, descending to an average of 3.1°C (37.6°F) in
July. Snowfall, albeit scant, is a possibility in June. Despite the colder temperatures, this season sees less rainfall, averaging about 6mm (0.24") across these months. Moreover, this time of year is characterized by longer sunshine hours, from 7.5 hours in June to 7.4 hours in August.
Weather in January
January in
Hermon,
Lesotho marks the zenith of the summer season. The temperatures fluctuate between 16.7°C (62.1°F) at night and 28°C (82.4°F) during the day along with a relative humidity of 50%. Rainfall is slightly higher than the remaining months, receiving around 69mm (2.72") spread over 16 days.
Weather in January » Weather in February
As
February rolls in, the weather conditions in
Hermon,
Lesotho exhibit a mild decrease from those of the previous month with temperatures varying between 15.5°C (59.9°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F). The consistency of 10km (6.2mi) visibility is commendable.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March ushers in significantly cooler weather in
Hermon,
Lesotho, with temperatures dropping to 12.9°C (55.2°F), the minimum, and rising to 25.3°C (77.5°F) at most. The relatively lower figure of 47mm (1.85") rainfall accumulated over 14 days also exhibits a decrease from
February.
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Weather in April
The transition from summer to winter begins with the onset of
April. In
Hermon this is signified by a decrease in maximum and minimum temperatures to 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 9.3°C (48.7°F) respectively. Mirroring this decreasing trend, rainfall totals drop to 45mm (1.77") over 10 days.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May brings further cooling, and temperatures in
Hermon,
Lesotho remain between 6.8°C (44.2°F) and 18.5°C (65.3°F). Despite the cloudy cover at 11%, sunshine lasts relatively long for 7.5 hours, brightening up the scenery. The amount of precipitation decreases, with a scanty amount of rainfall, to a mere 12mm (0.47") spread across fewer days.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June in
Hermon,
Lesotho offers its own blend of weather conditions with nighttime temperatures plunging to 3.3°C (37.9°F) and reaching 14.7°C (58.5°F) during the day. Unique to June is a petite amount of snowfall, albeit insignificant at 2mm (0.08").
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Weather in July
July is synonymous with minimum temperatures in the city of
Hermon,
Lesotho. The mercury rests between a low of 3.1°C (37.6°F) and a high of 14.8°C (58.6°F), a fixed range without much change from the preceding month. The lowest recorded rainfall this year is in July, a minimal 6mm (0.24") occurring over three days.
Weather in July » Weather in August
The month of
August in
Hermon carries a slight warming trend, with temperatures stretching from 5°C (41°F) to 18.2°C (64.8°F). The amount of rainfall remains constant at 6mm (0.24"), spread over a few days. The wind speed soars up, reaching a gust speed of an impressive 17.5km/h (10.9mph).
Weather in August »Weather in September
September in
Hermon,
Lesotho denotes a gradual transition to summer with temperatures ranging from 8.4°C (47.1°F) to 22.3°C (72.1°F). The UV index inches up to 4, indicating slightly stronger solar radiation than the previous month.
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Weather in October
October exhibits warmer weather in
Hermon,
Lesotho, with minimum and maximum temperatures from 11.5°C (52.7°F) to 24.6°C (76.3°F). Similar to previous months, the 10km (6.2mi) visibility remains steadfast, providing clear views for outdoor enthusiasts.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November brings in the familiar warmth with temperatures spanning from 12.7°C (54.9°F) to 25.8°C (78.4°F).
Hermon,
Lesotho experiences moderate rainfall, culminating to 41mm (1.61") across nearly ten days. With daylight hours reaching 13.6, visitors have ample time for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Weather in November » Weather in December
Wrapping up the year,
December in
Hermon,
Lesotho sees humidity levels rise to 46%. The temperature scale shows readings lying between 15.4°C (59.7°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F). Heavier bouts of rain denote December, with high precipitation levels amounting to 72mm (2.83") over 14.5 days.
Weather in December »