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

What can you expect from the weather in Plettenberg Bay during October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Plettenberg Bay the weather in October is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C.

Plettenberg Bay in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

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

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a prime time to visit Plettenberg Bay. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase 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 October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 300 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in October

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in October 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 October?

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 October.

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

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