Port Alfred Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Port Alfred’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
Port Alfred enjoys a stable climate with temperatures staying pretty much the same throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in February to a pleasant 21°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 13°C in July.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Port Alfred by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 39 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 5 days.
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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Port Alfred Temperatures Compared World Wide
Port Alfred’s average annual maximum temperature is 23°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.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
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 Port Alfred’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Port Alfred climate page.
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