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

Planning a trip to Plettenberg Bay in September? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In September, Plettenberg Bay generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.

Plettenberg Bay in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 255 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit Plettenberg Bay. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December generally stand out with 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 September

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Sunshine 255 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in September

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 September?

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 September.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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