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Eastern Cape Weather & Climate: South Africa

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

Climate overview of Eastern Cape

Eastern Cape in South Africa sees its peak temperatures in February (25°C (77°F)) and its coolest in August (19°C (66°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Gqeberha, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Eastern Cape, particularly in Gqeberha, you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 24°C (75°F) the whole year.

Precipitation in Eastern Cape remains relatively steady throughout the year, ranging from 58 mm (2.3 in) in November to 39 mm (1.5 in) in January.

For those seeking sunshine, December usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore Eastern Cape by month

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

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Gqeberha Jeffreys Bay East London Port Alfred Addo Graaff-Reinet
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Climate map of Eastern Cape

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

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Gqeberha 20°C (68°F) 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 20°C (68°F) 579 mm (23 in) 2,807 hours
Jeffreys Bay 20°C (68°F) 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 19°C (66°F) 593 mm (23 in) 2,807 hours
East London 21°C (70°F) 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 21°C (70°F) 807 mm (32 in) 2,626 hours
Port Alfred 21°C (70°F) 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 20°C (68°F) 662 mm (26 in)
Addo 22°C (72°F) 30°C (86°F) 8°C (46°F) 18°C (64°F) 510 mm (20 in) 2,807 hours
Graaff-Reinet 19°C (66°F) 30°C (86°F) 5°C (41°F) 16°C (61°F) 526 mm (21 in)

Places in Eastern Cape, South Africa

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