Plettenberg Bay weather in February (Western Cape, South Africa)

Curious about the February weather in Plettenberg Bay? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Plettenberg Bay the weather in February is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 24°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Plettenberg Bay in February usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 300 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Plettenberg Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Plettenberg Bay, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
SunshineSunshine 300 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in February

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Plettenberg Bay in February?

For visitors traveling to Plettenberg Bay, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

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

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