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Glencairn Heights Climate by Month

Glencairn Heights has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Glencairn Heights temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C in February. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 17°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 13°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Glencairn Heights receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 615 mm. Glencairn Heights can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 112 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 17 mm of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Glencairn Heights can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 11.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 5.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (26 KM, 16 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Glencairn Heights in South Africa

During the months of January, February, March and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Glencairn Heights have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, March and December are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Glencairn Heights?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Glencairn Heights?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Glencairn Heights?
    June tops the wettest month list with 112 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Glencairn Heights?
    February is the driest month with 17 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Glencairn Heights?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 338 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Glencairn Heights

    Thu   Dec 12
    20°C | 15°C
    W 25 km/h
    0.7 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    18°C | 14°C
    SW 22 km/h
    0.7 mm
    broken clouds and slight rain

    broken clouds and slight rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    20°C | 15°C
    S 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain