When is the best time to go to Hermanus

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The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Hermanus, South Africa. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.

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Hermanus weather by month

Please note our recommendations for when to visit Hermanus are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.

January

Hermanus January weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
23°C 27mm 10.6hrs 15.1hrs 20°C

Warm, humid and dry weather often prevails in Hermanus during the month of January

It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Hermanus, with some very good weather at this time of year.

January is in the summer in Hermanus and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a muggy 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 15°C (59°F) is normal.

On average January is the driest month of the year in Hermanus with around 27mm 1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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February

Hermanus February weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
23°C 27mm 9.7hrs 14.2hrs 20°C

February in Hermanus is generally dry with the temperature being warm.

It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Hermanus, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.

February is in the summer in Hermanus and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a muggy 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 15°C (60°F) is normal.

On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Hermanus with around 27mm 1.1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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March

Hermanus March weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
22°C 31mm 8.7hrs 13.2hrs 20°C

The weather in March in Hermanus is characteristically warm and reasonably dry.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Hermanus, with some very good weather at this time of year.

March is in the fall / autumn in Hermanus and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 24°C (75°F), whilst at night 14°C (57°F) is normal.

On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Hermanus with around 31mm 1.2 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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April

Hermanus April weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
19°C 58mm 7.2hrs 12.1hrs 18°C

Hermanus's weather in April is typically mild and reasonably dry in nature.

Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of fairly acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Hermanus.

April is in the fall / autumn in Hermanus and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 12°C (54°F) is normal.

On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Hermanus with around 58mm 2.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.2 hours of sunshine per day.

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May

Hermanus May weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
17°C 76mm 6.2hrs 11.3hrs 17°C

May is a reasonably dry month in Hermanus and the temperature is generally mild.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Hermanus for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

May is in the fall / autumn in Hermanus and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 19°C (66°F), whilst at night 10°C (50°F) is normal.

On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Hermanus with around 76mm 3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.

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June

Hermanus June weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
15°C 95mm 5.8hrs 15.1hrs 16°C

The climate in Hermanus during June can be summarized as mild and a little damp.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Hermanus for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

June is in the winter in Hermanus and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 17°C (63°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.

On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Hermanus with around 95mm 3.7 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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July

Hermanus July weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
15°C 88mm 6.3hrs 14.2hrs 15°C

July in Hermanus is generally a little damp with the temperature being mild.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Hermanus for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

July is in the winter in Hermanus and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 16°C (62°F), whilst at night 8°C (46°F) is normal.

On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Hermanus with around 88mm 3.4 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

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August

Hermanus August weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
15°C 98mm 6.7hrs 13.2hrs 15°C

The weather in August in Hermanus is characteristically mild and a little damp.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Hermanus for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

August is in the winter in Hermanus and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 17°C (62°F), whilst at night 8°C (46°F) is normal.

On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Hermanus with around 98mm 3.9 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 13 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

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September

Hermanus September weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
16°C 55mm 7.4hrs 12.1hrs 16°C

Hermanus's weather in September is typically mild and reasonably dry in nature.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Hermanus for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

September is in the spring in Hermanus and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 18°C (64°F), whilst at night 9°C (48°F) is normal.

On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Hermanus with around 55mm 2.2 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 10 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine per day.

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October

Hermanus October weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
18°C 46mm 8.4hrs 11.3hrs 16°C

October is a reasonably dry month in Hermanus and the temperature is generally mild.

Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of pretty acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Hermanus.

October is in the spring in Hermanus and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 20°C (68°F), whilst at night 11°C (51°F) is normal.

On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Hermanus with around 46mm 1.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.4 hours of sunshine per day.

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November

Hermanus November weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
20°C 32mm 9.6hrs 15.1hrs 18°C

November in Hermanus is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being mild.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Hermanus, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.

November is in the spring in Hermanus and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (72°F), whilst at night 13°C (55°F) is normal.

On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Hermanus with around 32mm 1.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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December

Hermanus December weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
22°C 29mm 10.4hrs 14.2hrs 19°C

December in Hermanus is generally dry with the temperature being warm.

It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Hermanus, with some very good weather at this time of year.

December is in the summer in Hermanus and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 24°C (75°F), whilst at night 14°C (57°F) is normal.

On average December is the wettest month of the year in Hermanus with around 29mm 1.1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.4 hours of sunshine per day.

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Hermanus weather stats

Hermanus weather statistics
Hottest month: February 24.9°C 76.8°F
Driest month: January 27mm 1.1ins
Sunniest month: January 10.6hrs
Coldest month: July 16.2°C 61.2°F
Wettest month: August 98mm 3.9ins
Warmest sea: February 20.5°C 68.9°F
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