Plettenberg Bay weather and climate
Plettenberg Bay weather and climate
Day
25 °C
Night
16 °C
Sea
20 °C
Precipitation
59 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
14 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
74 %
Day
25 °C
Night
16 °C
Sea
20 °C
Precipitation
59 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
14 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
74 %
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Weather overview for Plettenberg Bay
Weather overview
Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) in general has a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 19 °C (67 °F) in July to 26 °C (78 °F) in February. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in February with 17 °C (63 °F), the lowest in July with 8 °C (47 °F). The least rainy month in Plettenberg Bay is May with its 6 days of rain, the rainiest month is October, when it rains 8 days. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 17 °C (62 °F) in August to 21 °C (70 °F) in February.
January weather
The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 25 °C (78 °F) in Plettenberg Bay, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 21 °C (70 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 50 mm (1.96 in). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 17 °C (62 °F). The tourist season is taking place.
February weather
The day temperature is on its maximum, its value is 26 °C (78 °F) in Plettenberg Bay, and the sea temperature reaches its maximum too. The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, with its value being 8 days, while the rainfall amount is on its minimum in this month. The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in February. The night temperature is on its maximum, its value is 17 °C (63 °F).
March weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Plettenberg Bay. The beginning of the descent of the sea temperature could be noticed, with its value of 20 °C (68 °F), and the beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed too, with its value being 24 °C (76 °F). The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, the value of this measure is 57 mm (2.24 in). The humidity reaches its maximum. The night temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value of 15 °C (60 °F).
April weather
The tourist season is taking place in April in Plettenberg Bay. The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 23 °C (73 °F), and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 19 °C (65 °F). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 7 hours. The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value of 13 °C (56 °F).
May weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 21 °C (70 °F) in Plettenberg Bay, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 18 °C (64 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, its value is 6 days, while the rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 49 mm (1.92 in). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 11 °C (52 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent.
June weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 20 °C (67 °F) in Plettenberg Bay, and the sea temperature continues to descent too, with its value of 17 °C (63 °F). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value of 9 °C (48 °F). The number of rainy days starts to rise in this month. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable in this month. The minimum of the humidity is observable, with its value being 69 %.
July weather
The day temperature reaches its minimum, its value is 19 °C (67 °F) in Plettenberg Bay, and the night temperature reaches its minimum as well in July. The wind speed reaches its minimum in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed in July.
August weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed in Plettenberg Bay, while the minimum of the sea temperature can be noticed, its value is 17 °C (62 °F). The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, the value of this measure is 70 mm (2.76 in), and the number of rainy days starts to rise as well in August. The beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value being 9 °C (48 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
September weather
The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value of 57 mm (2.23 in) in Plettenberg Bay, and the number of rainy days descent's start could be observed too. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 10 °C (50 °F).
October weather
The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value of 8 days in Plettenberg Bay, and the rainfall amount is on its maximum as well in October. The day temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value of 21 °C (71 °F), while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 12 °C (54 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, the value of this measure is 8 hours. The wind speed is on its maximum.
November weather
The tourist season is at its beginning in Plettenberg Bay. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 23 °C (73 °F), while the sea temperature starts to rise in this month. The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 69 mm (2.71 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 8 hours. The rise of the night temperature can be observed.
December weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 25 °C (76 °F) in Plettenberg Bay, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 20 °C (68 °F). There is pending tourist season. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, with its value of 9 hours. The rise of the night temperature can be observed, its value is 16 °C (60 °F). The day length reaches its maximum, with its value of 14 hours.
FAQs
Is January part of the wet season in Plettenberg Bay?
No, there is no wet season in January in Plettenberg Bay - you can expect 8 days of rain during the month.
Is it hot in February in Plettenberg Bay?
In Plettenberg Bay in February, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What is the sea temperature in Plettenberg Bay in March?
The sea will reach 20 °C (68 °F) in Plettenberg Bay in March. At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
What is the air temperature in April in Plettenberg Bay at night?
The average night temperature in Plettenberg Bay in April is 13 °C (56 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.
Is May a good month to visit Plettenberg Bay?
Plettenberg Bay can be visited in May - the weather will be moderate. The temperature of 11 °C (52 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
Is June part of the dry season in Plettenberg Bay?
No, June is not a dry month in Plettenberg Bay, expect rain approximately 7 days in a month.
How humid is Plettenberg Bay in August?
Humidity in Plettenberg Bay in August is 72 %.
How windy is Plettenberg Bay in September?
An average wind scale that can be expected in September in Plettenberg Bay is 4.
How many sunny hours can I expect in Plettenberg Bay in October?
In Plettenberg Bay in October, you can expect around 8 hours of sunshine.
How many rainy days can I expect in Plettenberg Bay in November?
In Plettenberg Bay in November, we can expect 8 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.9 days of the week, or in general - 27 % days.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Plettenberg Bay in December?
In Plettenberg Bay in December, the average daily temperatures will be 25 °C (76 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.