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Plettenberg Bay Weather in April

With daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 15°C (59°F), April in Plettenberg Bay brings pleasant temperatures during the day. The perfect weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Plettenberg Bay in April

Typically, you can expect about 9 days of rain this month, with 54 mm (2.1 in) on average. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Plettenberg Bay in April

Plettenberg Bay has perfect weather in April, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights cooling to 15°C (59°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 15°C (59°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Plettenberg Bay in April

There are approximately 262 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

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Plettenberg Bay Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 54 mm (2.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
SunshineSunshine 262 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Historical weather for Plettenberg Bay in April

Browse day-by-day weather records for Plettenberg Bay spanning 29 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Plettenberg Bay historical weather extremes in April

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Plettenberg Bay from 2006 through 2026.

  • On April 28, 2017, temperatures climbed to 35°C (95°F), marking the warmest April day on record.
  • On April 27, 2026, Plettenberg Bay saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at 13°C (55°F).
  • Plettenberg Bay registered its coldest April night on April 29, 2026, with temperatures dropping to 9°C (48°F).

Best Places in South Africa in April

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Plettenberg Bay in April

Pleasant temperatures in April mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Plettenberg Bay in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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