Cape Winelands

Cape Winelands Weather & Climate: South Africa

Climate by month across the Cape Winelands, South Africa, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of the Cape Winelands

When planning a visit to the Cape Winelands in South Africa, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 17°C (63°F) in July up to 28°C (82°F) during the peak of February. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Stellenbosch, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

the Cape Winelands offers pleasant conditions in March, April, May, September, October, November and December, with temperatures typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 27°C (81°F).

Precipitation in the Cape Winelands varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in June with 141 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while February stays relatively dry with 22 mm (0.9 in).

January is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Explore the Cape Winelands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Cape Winelands — and find the best time to visit. (based on Stellenbosch)

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Stellenbosch Franschhoek Paarl Tulbagh Wellington Ceres
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Climate map of the Cape Winelands

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Stellenbosch 17°C (63°F) 28°C (82°F) 7°C (45°F) 17°C (63°F) 790 mm (31 in) 3,094 hours
Franschhoek 17°C (63°F) 29°C (84°F) 6°C (43°F) 16°C (61°F) 780 mm (31 in)
Paarl 18°C (64°F) 30°C (86°F) 6°C (43°F) 17°C (63°F) 818 mm (32 in) 3,094 hours
Tulbagh 18°C (64°F) 31°C (88°F) 5°C (41°F) 16°C (61°F) 609 mm (24 in)
Wellington 18°C (64°F) 31°C (88°F) 5°C (41°F) 17°C (63°F) 791 mm (31 in)
Ceres 17°C (63°F) 30°C (86°F) 4°C (39°F) 16°C (61°F) 610 mm (24 in)

Places in the Cape Winelands, South Africa

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