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Simonʼs Town Climate by Month

Simonʼs Town has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Simonʼs Town temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C in February to a moderate 17°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 13°C in August.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Simonʼs Town receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 629 mm. The seasons in Simonʼs Town, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 114 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 18 mm over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Simonʼs Town, 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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (28 KM, 17 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Simonʼs Town 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 Simonʼs Town have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February and March are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Simonʼs Town?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Simonʼs Town?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Simonʼs Town?
    June tops the wettest month list with 114 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Simonʼs Town?
    February is the driest month with 18 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Simonʼs Town?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 338 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Simonʼs Town

    Sun   Dec 15
    18°C | 14°C
    SW 25 km/h
    5.3 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    19°C | 13°C
    W 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    20°C | 14°C
    S 18 km/h
    0.5 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain