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Park climate1991–2020 climate normals519 m source elevationNASA POWER

A twelve-month climatology profile for a representative point within Northern Cape protected landscapes.

Richtersveld National Park Monthly Climate Normals: Temperature, Precipitation, and Wind Patterns

Review long-term atmospheric patterns for Richtersveld National Park based on NASA POWER records from 1991 to 2020. This data details average daily temperature, precipitation, relative humidity, wind speed, and daylight duration for each month. The measurements represent climatological averages at a specific geographic point, providing a structural view of the annual meteorological rhythm within this desert environment.

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Annual climate pattern

A broad July-to-February thermal rise alongside very low precipitation averages

Richtersveld National Park annual temperature and rainfall pattern

Richtersveld National Park's 1991–2020 mean temperature climbs from 13.6°C in July to 25.7°C in February, with average minima and maxima showing the daily thermal envelope. At one point near 519 metres, daily precipitation averages only 0.16 mm in December and 0.40 mm in February, describing long-term climatology rather than live or park-wide weather.
Mean temperatureAverage minimum–maximum rangePrecipitation
Temperature (°C)PrecipitationUp to 1 mm/day0°10°20°30°40°50°25°26°25°22°18°14°14°14°18°21°22°24°00.510.30.40.40.40.30.40.40.30.20.20.30.2JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Annual mean
20.2 °C
Warmest month
February
Coolest month
July
Wettest month
February
Twelve-month climate

Track average temperature bounds, precipitation rates, humidity, wind speed, and calculated daylight across all twelve months

Richtersveld National Park Monthly Climate Records and Complete Calendar Year Weather Normal Comparison

Comparative monthly climatology across a representative coordinate reveals how average temperature, daily precipitation rates, and relative humidity shift throughout the calendar year in Richtersveld National Park. Analyzing these long-term baseline measurements alongside wind speed and calculated daylight hours provides a complete multi-variable perspective on regional environmental patterns.
Mean temperaturePrecipitationHumidityWind speedDaylight
January25.4 °C12.1° to 43.2°0.3 mm/day44%4.4 m/s13.6 hours
February25.7 °C12.4° to 42.9°0.4 mm/day44.5%4.2 m/s13 hours
March24.6 °C11.1° to 41.1°0.4 mm/day44.3%3.8 m/s12.2 hours
April21.6 °C8.2° to 38°0.4 mm/day44.9%3.8 m/s11.3 hours
May17.7 °C5.1° to 34.2°0.3 mm/day46.9%3.7 m/s10.6 hours
June14 °C3.1° to 30.1°0.4 mm/day50.5%4.1 m/s10.2 hours
July13.6 °C2° to 30.1°0.4 mm/day49.4%4.2 m/s10.4 hours
August14.4 °C2.1° to 33.1°0.3 mm/day49.7%4 m/s11 hours
September17.7 °C4.4° to 38.1°0.2 mm/day44.7%4.1 m/s11.9 hours
October20.7 °C6.2° to 40.4°0.2 mm/day42.6%4.3 m/s12.7 hours
November22.4 °C8.1° to 41.9°0.3 mm/day41.8%4.5 m/s13.5 hours
December24.1 °C10.8° to 42.5°0.2 mm/day43.6%4.6 m/s13.8 hours
Calculated climate highlights

Comparative monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, wind, humidity, and daylight duration.

Calculated Monthly Climate Highlights and Extremes for Richtersveld National Park

Calculated monthly climate highlights summarize long term averages derived from stored normals at a single representative coordinate within Richtersveld National Park. Comparative high and low points across temperature, precipitation, wind, and daylight establish recurring annual patterns without indicating historical weather records.
Warmest month
February25.7 °C
Coolest month
July13.6 °C
Wettest month
February0.4 mm/day
Driest month
December0.2 mm/day
Most humid month
June50.5%
Windiest month
December4.6 m/s
Longest daylight
December13.8 hours

Interactive climate map

Compare National Park Climate Data Through an Interactive Global Map

Visit the MoriAtlas climate map to compare long-term monthly temperature and precipitation metrics across national parks. This visual interface helps you understand seasonal variations at specific protected area coordinates to deepen your knowledge of global park geography and environmental characteristics.

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Comparing Richtersveld National Park Climate Profiles With Other Protected Areas

Evaluating long-term monthly temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and daylight data reveals distinct atmospheric rhythms across protected landscapes. Reviewing multiple park profiles side by side exposes broad environmental diversity and geographic contrast without assuming identical conditions.
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Deepen your understanding of Richtersveld National Park through structured mapping of its volcanic kloofs and desert corridors. MoriAtlas provides a clear view of this biodiversity hotspot, enabling researchers and enthusiasts to trace the unique environmental features of this South African protected area.

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