Cape Saint Francis Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Cape Saint Francis’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in South Africa.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Year-round, Cape Saint Francis experiences a consistently pleasant climate. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 24°C in February to a pleasant 19°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 14°C in July.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Cape Saint Francis by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. February, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 223 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 53 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 8 days. It records 228 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in South Africa Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across South Africa. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Cape Saint Francis Temperatures Compared World Wide
Cape Saint Francis’s average annual maximum temperature is 21°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Cape Saint Francis, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 74% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 19°C. In the warmest month, February, the humidity is 80% combined with an average maximum temperature of 24°C, which creates a very high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Cape Saint Francis’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Cape Saint Francis climate page.
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