Stellenbosch Climate by Month
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from warm conditions
to mild.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
The weather in Stellenbosch changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 17°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 7°C during these months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Stellenbosch experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 790 mm yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, June receives high rainfall, averaging 141 mm of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 23 mm over 4 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Stellenbosch. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.3 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.8 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year in Stellenbosch ranges from 14°C in August to 20°C in February.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Stellenbosch.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Stellenbosch ranges from 3°C in May to 6°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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During the months of April, May, October, November 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in January, February, March and December.
February has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 141 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 23 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 338 hours of sunshine.
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