Western Cape weather in September
Are you planning a trip to Western Cape in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Western Cape in September?
Western Cape is a region in South Africa. September in Western Cape generally has temperatures that range from moderate to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from moderate in Kommetjie at 17°C to warm in Beaufort West at 23°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Beaufort West and 14°C in Kommetjie.
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Beaufort West with an average of 16 mm to moderate rainfall in Paarl with 80 mm. Meanwhile, Cape Town enjoys close to 225 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at September's conditions in Western Cape, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Western Cape's yearly weather, check out our Western Cape climate page.
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Popular destinations in Western Cape
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Average weather in Cape Town
In September Cape Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Knysna
In September Knysna generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Stellenbosch
In September Stellenbosch generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Hermanus
In September Hermanus generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Plettenberg Bay
In September Plettenberg Bay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Western Cape, in South Africa.
Is September the best time to visit Western Cape?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Cape Town, September might be a good time to visit Western Cape. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Western Cape is in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Cape Town. In contrast, July tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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