Mild
Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
October verdict
Alexander Bay, South Africa in October
Weather score59Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 9.1h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 4mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
21°C
Rain
4mm
Sun
9.1h
Sea
14°C
Weather score
59
Good
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 4mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 9.1h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 14°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Alexander Bay, South Africa with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October21°C average high
October is on the cooler side of Alexander Bay's year, useful if you prefer less intense daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJanuary to May and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
October4mm average rain
October is close to Alexander Bay's usual rainfall pattern, with little seasonal change across the year.
Driest monthsAll year
Rainfall stays comparatively low through the year.
Sun
October9.1 hours average sun
October sits close to Alexander Bay's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJanuary and November to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October14°C average sea
October is below Alexander Bay's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJanuary to March and December
Sea temperatures are usually near 17°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October59 weather score
October scores below Alexander Bay's yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March and November to December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.