Mild
Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
October verdict
South Africa in October
Weather score63Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8.3h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 54mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
24°C
Rain
54mm
Sun
8.3h
Sea
7°C
Weather score
63
Good
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 54mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.3h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 7°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare South Africa with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October24°C average high
October is close to South Africa's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
October54mm average rain
October sits near South Africa's yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.
Driest monthsApril to October
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October8.3 hours average sun
October sits close to South Africa's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and November to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October7°C average sea
October is below South Africa's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
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
October63 weather score
October sits close to South Africa's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March and November to December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
