What’s the climate like in Plettenberg Bay?
The current climate of Plettenberg Bay features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 25°C during the day to lows of 19°C. The average yearly temperature is around 22°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 10°C and in the warmer months around 18°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Plettenberg Bay in recent years was 39°C in April 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 10°C in July 2021.
On average, Plettenberg Bay receives 790 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the climate in other parts of South Africa? Check out the weather and climate in places like Cape Town, Krugerpark, Johannesburg, or have a look at other destinations in South Africa.
Best time to visit Plettenberg Bay?
The best time to visit Plettenberg Bay for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Plettenberg Bay.
Climate Table of Plettenberg Bay
The climate table of Plettenberg Bay shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp. max (°C) | 25 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 24 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 18 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 17 |
| Precipitation |  |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Precipitation (mm) | 51 | 39 | 56 | 50 | 51 | 54 | 69 | 118 | 94 | 57 | 60 | 91 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 22°C
- Highest temperature: 25°C in January and February
- Lowest temperature: 19°C in July
- Precipitation: 790 mm per year, averaging 66 mm per month
- Driest months: 39 mm in February, 50 mm in April and 51 mm in January
- Wettest months: 118 mm in August, 94 mm in September and 91 mm in December
Plan your next holiday
Don’t miss the best holiday deals for Plettenberg Bay and see what our partners have for you.
Popular destinations in South Africa
Discover the climate of these popular destinations in South Africa.
Table of Contents
Average Temperature per Month in Plettenberg Bay
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Plettenberg Bay
This graph shows how much precipitation Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Plettenberg Bay
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Plettenberg Bay
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Plettenberg Bay
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Plettenberg Bay
The weather in Plettenberg Bay is rated an average of 0 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Plettenberg Bay? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Have you been to Plettenberg Bay?
Share your weather experiences in Plettenberg Bay.
Average Weather in Plettenberg Bay by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Plettenberg Bay. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
Popular destinations in South Africa
Discover the climate of these popular destinations in South Africa.
