Town in Western Cape, South Africa
Stellenbosch weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Stellenbosch
Oct–Nov is spring-green; Feb–Apr is harvest, warm and dry. Dec–Jan is hot and busy; Jun–Aug is cold and rainy.
Stellenbosch weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan27°20 mm
- Feb28°15 mm
- Mar26°25 mm
- Apr23°48 mm
- May20°71 mm
- Jun17°135 mm
- Jul16°124 mm
- Aug16°121 mm
- Sep18°62 mm
- Oct21°46 mm
- Nov23°46 mm
- Dec26°20 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 17°C62°F | 20 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| February | 28°C82°F | 17°C62°F | 15 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| March | 26°C78°F | 16°C60°F | 25 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C73°F | 13°C56°F | 48 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| May | 20°C67°F | 12°C53°F | 71 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 17°C62°F | 10°C50°F | 135 mm | 80% | Cool |
| July | 16°C61°F | 9°C48°F | 124 mm | 82% | Cool |
| August | 16°C61°F | 9°C48°F | 121 mm | 83% | Cool |
| September | 18°C64°F | 10°C50°F | 62 mm | 81% | Cool |
| October | 21°C69°F | 12°C53°F | 46 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 23°C73°F | 13°C56°F | 46 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| December | 26°C78°F | 15°C60°F | 20 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
Best months across South Africa
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | Nov–Mar | Feb (22°C) |
| Johannesburg | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jan (27°C) |
| Kruger National Park | May–Sep | Dec (32°C) |
| Durban | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
| Stellenbosch | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (28°C) |
| Pretoria | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Hermanus | Aug–Nov | Feb (26°C) |
| Knysna | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Plettenberg Bay | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Port Elizabeth | Nov–Mar | Feb (25°C) |
| Franschhoek | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (30°C) |
| Umhlanga | May–Sep | Feb (28°C) |
| Jeffreys Bay | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Stellenbosch?
Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov. Oct–Nov is spring-green; Feb–Apr is harvest, warm and dry. Dec–Jan is hot and busy; Jun–Aug is cold and rainy.
When is the rainy season in Stellenbosch?
Rain peaks in June with about 135 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Stellenbosch?
February, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Stellenbosch get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 9°C (48°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.