| GROOTBRAK RIVER: Climate |
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Map of the GROOTBRAK River |
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The region has a generally mild climate although temperatures may be extremely high during northerly "berg" winds. The region receives 50 percent of the possible sunshine (Schulze, 1965). | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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A high incident of cloud, frequent light drizzle, coastal fogs and changeable weather are characteristic of the region. (Ref 1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Temperature: January 26°C and July 19°C (Ref 1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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The mountains in the vicinity of George receive about 1 100mm per annum whereas the plains south of Riversdale in the west of the region receive only 400 mm. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Normally there are 8 - 12 rain days a month. The rain is mainly cyclonic or orographic. (Ref 1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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