When is the best time to go to Saldanha

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The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Saldanha, 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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Saldanha weather by month

Please note our recommendations for when to visit Saldanha 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

Saldanha January weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
22°C 9mm 12hrs 15hrs 20°C

Warm and very dry weather often prevails in Saldanha during the month of January

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

January is in the summer in Saldanha and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 14°C (58°F) is normal.

On average January is the driest month of the year in Saldanha with around 9mm 0.4 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12 hours of sunshine per day.

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February

Saldanha February weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
23°C 6mm 11.2hrs 14.1hrs 20°C

February in Saldanha is generally very dry with the temperature being warm.

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

February is in the summer in Saldanha and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 15°C (58°F) is normal.

On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Saldanha with around 6mm 0.2 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11.2 hours of sunshine per day.

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March

Saldanha March weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
22°C 14mm 10hrs 13.2hrs 19°C

The weather in March in Saldanha is characteristically warm and dry.

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

March is in the fall / autumn in Saldanha and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 24°C (76°F), whilst at night 14°C (57°F) is normal.

On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Saldanha with around 14mm 0.5 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10 hours of sunshine per day.

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April

Saldanha April weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
20°C 27mm 8.1hrs 12.1hrs 18°C

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

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

April is in the fall / autumn in Saldanha and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (72°F), whilst at night 13°C (55°F) is normal.

On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Saldanha 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 8.1 hours of sunshine per day.

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May

Saldanha May weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
18°C 44mm 6.9hrs 11.4hrs 17°C

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

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

May is in the fall / autumn in Saldanha and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 20°C (68°F), whilst at night 11°C (51°F) is normal.

On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Saldanha with around 44mm 1.7 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 6.9 hours of sunshine per day.

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June

Saldanha June weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
16°C 54mm 6.4hrs 15hrs 16°C

The weather in June in Saldanha is characteristically mild and reasonably dry.

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

June is in the winter in Saldanha and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 18°C (64°F), whilst at night 9°C (49°F) is normal.

On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Saldanha with around 54mm 2.1 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 6.4 hours of sunshine per day.

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July

Saldanha July weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
15°C 52mm 6.8hrs 14.1hrs 16°C

July in Saldanha is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being mild.

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

July is in the winter in Saldanha and is typically the 6th warmest 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 July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Saldanha with around 52mm 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 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.

Saldanha weather in July »

August

Saldanha August weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
16°C 51mm 7.5hrs 13.2hrs 15°C

The weather in August in Saldanha is characteristically mild and reasonably dry.

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

August is in the winter in Saldanha and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 18°C (64°F), whilst at night 9°C (47°F) is normal.

On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Saldanha with around 51mm 2 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 7.5 hours of sunshine per day.

Saldanha weather in August »

September

Saldanha September weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
17°C 28mm 8.1hrs 12.1hrs 16°C

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

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

September is in the spring in Saldanha and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 19°C (66°F), whilst at night 9°C (49°F) is normal.

On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Saldanha with around 28mm 1.1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.1 hours of sunshine per day.

Saldanha weather in September »

October

Saldanha October weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
19°C 16mm 9.5hrs 11.4hrs 16°C

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

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

October is in the spring in Saldanha and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (69°F), whilst at night 11°C (51°F) is normal.

On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Saldanha with around 16mm 0.6 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 9.5 hours of sunshine per day.

Saldanha weather in October »

November

Saldanha November weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
20°C 13mm 11hrs 15hrs 17°C

The weather in November in Saldanha is characteristically mild and dry.

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

November is in the spring in Saldanha and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 23°C (73°F), whilst at night 12°C (54°F) is normal.

On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Saldanha with around 13mm 0.5 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day.

Saldanha weather in November »

December

Saldanha December weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length Sea temp
21°C 11mm 11.8hrs 14.1hrs 19°C

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

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

December is in the summer in Saldanha 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 Saldanha with around 11mm 0.4 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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Saldanha weather stats

Saldanha weather statistics
Hottest month: February 24.9°C 76.8°F
Driest month: February 6mm 0.2ins
Sunniest month: January 12hrs
Coldest month: July 16.9°C 62.4°F
Wettest month: June 54mm 2.1ins
Warmest sea: February 19.7°C 67.5°F
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