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April is one of the excellent months to visit Stellenbosch, with daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 61 mm (2.4 in).
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Stellenbosch typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 12°C (54°F) to 15°C (59°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Stellenbosch spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Stellenbosch from 1976 through 2026.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in April mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Expect water temperatures of around 17°C (63°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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