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Stellenbosch

Visit in January — score 86/100 · avg high 94°F · 5 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

#1
94°/56°F
5 rain days
14.0h daylight
Very High crowds
Peak pricing

February

#2
94°/57°F
5 rain days
13.2h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

March

93°/54°F
8 rain days
12.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

April

88°/50°F
11 rain days
11.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

May

80°/47°F
22 rain days
10.2h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

June

72°/44°F
30 rain days
9.8h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

July

69°/41°F
31 rain days
9.9h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

August

71°/42°F
31 rain days
10.7h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

September

77°/44°F
18 rain days
11.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

82°/46°F
11 rain days
12.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

87°/50°F
12 rain days
13.8h daylight
High crowds
Average

December

#3
90°/54°F
5 rain days
14.2h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8671°94°56°51814.0hVery HighPeak pricing
February8671°94°57°51813.2hVery HighAbove avg
March7968°93°54°83212.3hHighAverage
April6663°88°50°114511.1hModerateBelow avg
May3359°80°47°228910.2hLowBelow avg
June2555°72°44°301669.8hLowBelow avg
July2053°69°41°311519.9hLowBelow avg
August2353°71°42°3112910.7hLowBelow avg
September3956°77°44°187211.8hModerateBelow avg
October6360°82°46°114512.9hModerateAverage
November6863°87°50°124713.8hHighAverage
December8568°90°54°52014.2hVery HighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
57/100
High
82°F
Low
47°F
Rain days
14/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Stellenbosch (September, October, November) brings average highs of 82°F and lows of 47°F, with about 14 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 57/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 68/100.

Summer

Score
86/100
High
93°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
5/mo
Crowds
very high

Summer in Stellenbosch (December, January, February) brings average highs of 93°F and lows of 56°F, with about 5 rainy days per month. Expect very high tourist crowds and peak pricing accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 86/100, with January being the strongest month of the season at 86/100.

Fall

Score
59/100
High
87°F
Low
50°F
Rain days
14/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Stellenbosch (March, April, May) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 50°F, with about 14 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 59/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 79/100.

Winter

Score
23/100
High
71°F
Low
42°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
low

Winter in Stellenbosch (June, July, August) brings average highs of 71°F and lows of 42°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect low tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 23/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 25/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Stellenbosch?
The best month to visit Stellenbosch is January, with an overall travel score of 86/100. Expect average highs of 94°F, about 5 rainy days, and very high tourist crowds.
Is Stellenbosch expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Stellenbosch are relatively moderate, averaging 67% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is June.
What is the weather like in Stellenbosch in December?
December in Stellenbosch has average highs of 90°F and lows of 54°F, with approximately 5 rainy days and 14.2 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 85/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Stellenbosch?
The most affordable time to visit Stellenbosch is June, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are low in June, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is July (score: 20/100).

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