Karoo Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Karoo, South Africa in September.

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Oudtshoorn Montagu Beaufort West Calitzdorp

Planning a getaway to the Karoo, South Africa this September and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Karoo in September

The Karoo, South Africa is a region in South Africa. September in the Karoo generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Sutherland at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Merweville at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Merweville and 5°C (41°F) in Sutherland.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Karoo, South Africa, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Merweville with an average of 9.9 mm (0.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Oudtshoorn with 31 mm (1.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this September. For example, Oudtshoorn gets approximately 201 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore the Karoo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Karoo — and find the best time to visit. (based on Oudtshoorn)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March29°C (84°F) April26°C (79°F) May23°C (73°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August20°C (68°F) September22°C (72°F) October25°C (77°F) November27°C (81°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Karoo in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Karoo.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Karoo

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in the Karoo, South Africa?

Temperature range in the Karoo (September)

Precipitation variation in the Karoo (September)

Oudtshoorn

In September Oudtshoorn generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
201 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Oudtshoorn →

Montagu

In September Montagu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
26 mm (1 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Montagu →

Beaufort West

In September Beaufort West generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
264 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Beaufort West →

Calitzdorp

In September Calitzdorp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Calitzdorp →

Ladismith

In September Ladismith generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Karoo, in South Africa.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Karoo in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oudtshoorn 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Montagu 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Beaufort West 23°C (73°F) 8°C (46°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Calitzdorp 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Ladismith 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Barrydale 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)

The Karoo weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Karoo, South Africa in September?

the Karoo, South Africa typically experiences perfect weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Oudtshoorn average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Karoo, South Africa in September?

Oudtshoorn averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does the Karoo, South Africa get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Karoo, South Africa during September, with Oudtshoorn averaging close to 31 mm (1.2 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit the Karoo, South Africa?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit the Karoo, South Africa with overall perfect weather in Oudtshoorn.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Oudtshoorn. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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