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Graaff-Reinet Climate by Month

Temperatures in Graaff-Reinet experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be very warm, while the cooler months tend to be pleasant. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Graaff-Reinet experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in January to a pleasant 19°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 5°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Graaff-Reinet receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 526 mm annually. The climate in Graaff-Reinet shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 74 mm of precipitation over 5 rainy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 19 mm of rainfall over 4 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Graaff-Reinet in South Africa

During the months of April, May, August, September and October 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 Graaff-Reinet have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June and July are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Graaff-Reinet?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Graaff-Reinet?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Graaff-Reinet?
    January tops the wettest month list with 74 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Graaff-Reinet?
    June is the driest month with 19 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Graaff-Reinet

    Sun   Dec 15
    40°C | 15°C
    W 29 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    29°C | 15°C
    S 18 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    30°C | 14°C
    S 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain