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Swellendam Climate by Month

Temperatures in Swellendam experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be warm, while the cooler months tend to be pleasant. It's weather is marked by below-average rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Swellendam changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in February to a pleasant 19°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 6°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Swellendam maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 422 mm. Precipitation levels in Swellendam remain relatively steady throughout the year. November has the most rain, with 43 mm over 7 days. In September, this drops slightly to 28 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

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

The best time of year to visit Swellendam 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Swellendam?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Swellendam?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Swellendam?
    November tops the wettest month list with 43 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Swellendam?
    September is the driest month with 28 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Swellendam

    Sat   Dec 14
    29°C | 10°C
    SE 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    29°C | 12°C
    SW 25 km/h
    0.9 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    26°C | 13°C
    SW 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain