Paarl Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Paarl, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C (86°F) in February to a moderate 18°C (64°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 17°C (63°F) in February to 6°C (43°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

On average, Paarl receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 818 mm (32 in). The seasons in Paarl bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 155 mm (6.1 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 19 mm (0.7 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Paarl Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Paarl, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.3 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 5.8 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Paarl.

The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 81%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year