St James weather in April (Western Cape, South Africa)
Planning a trip to St James in April? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In St James the weather in April is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 20°C, while nights can cool down to about 16°C.
St James in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see rainfall.
The city usually sees around 234 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, April is one of the better months to visit St James. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June and July tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized St James climate page with graphs.
St James, monthly averages in April
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Water Temperature
17°C *
Chance of Rain
27%
Precipitation
47 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
78% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
234 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
Where to go in South Africa in April
Find out more about the weather in South Africa in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in St James in April?
For visitors traveling to St James, 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. With a water temperature of around 17°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.
Interested in more climate information?
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