November verdict

South Africa in November

Weather score69Good

Good for holiday weather

Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8.9h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 63mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Cape Town, The Western Cape, South Africa, South Africa travel weather guide
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November weather

Monthly averages

Temp

26°C

Rain

63mm

Sun

8.9h

Sea

8°C

Weather score

69

Good

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Drier

Rainfall averages 63mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Bright

Sunshine averages 8.9h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 8°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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November26°C average high

November sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.

Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

November63mm average rain

November is wetter than South Africa's yearly average, so flexible plans matter more.

Driest monthsApril to October

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

November8.9 hours average sun

November is brighter than South Africa's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.

Brightest monthsJanuary to February and November to December

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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November8°C average sea

November is close to South Africa's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming comfort is fairly typical.

Warmest seaJanuary to May and November to December

Sea temperatures are usually near 9°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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November69 weather score

November scores above South Africa's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.

Best weather monthsJanuary to March and November to December

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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