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Napier Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Napier.
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Climate overview of Napier
Temperatures in Napier, Western Cape, South Africa, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is February at 28°C (82°F), and the coolest is July at 19°C (66°F).
With around 478 mm (19 in) of annual rainfall, Napier has a fairly dry climate. However, it has a distinct dry season from December to March. The wettest month is July, while January sees the least rain.
Napier Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Napier - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Napier
The climate in Napier experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C (66°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 17°C (63°F) in February to 7°C (45°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Napier
Napier has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 478 mm (19 in) of rainfall annually. Napier experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 50 mm (2 in) in July, the wettest month, and 29 mm (1.1 in) in January, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Napier Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Napier
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Napier is usually found in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December. Conditions are generally least comfortable in June, July and August.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
excellent
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
excellent
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December
- Warmest weather: January, February, March and December
- Fewer rainy days: January, February, March, November and December
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from December to March
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Napier
What is the best time to visit Napier?
January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Napier. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Napier has a distinct dry season from December to March.
What temperatures can I expect in Napier?
Daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in July to 28°C (82°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 7°C (45°F) to 17°C (63°F).
How much rain does Napier get?
Annual rainfall is around 478 mm (19 in). July is the wettest month with 50 mm (2 in), while January is the driest with 29 mm (1.1 in).
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