Zulu Population 1. During the Winter (May-September), the dry season has very little rain and bright clear skies. In May, it is typically 81°F in the afternoon. From June-August, the afternoons average 75°F. In September, spring begins with the average temperature around 61°F. In Summer (October- April), the wet season begins. In October and November the average temperature is typically 82°F. From December-February, most days become very humid and hot with frequent thunderstorms. In March and April temperatures are around 88°F with rain subsiding making the climate less humid. They inhabited a well-watered region in South Africa however the environment was harsh during certain seasons. The temperature and rainfall influenced productive crops and long growing seasons. However, the growing season abruptly stops after rainfall and temperature decline in the winter. It makes it harder for the population to maintain homeostasis because there is not a plethora of foo...