Stellenbosch weather
At 8:30 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 17°C (63°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Oct–Apr. Stellenbosch sits 120 m (394 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 79%
- Chance of rain
- 71%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–AprOff season Jun–Aug
About Stellenbosch weather
Is it raining in Stellenbosch right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 17° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Stellenbosch this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 20–33° and lows of 11–16°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Saturday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Stellenbosch lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Stellenbosch?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Stellenbosch weather by month
When is the best time to visit Stellenbosch?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Stellenbosch is Oct–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 15°C (60°F) in August to 27°C (81°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Stellenbosch?
June is the wettest month, with about 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 15 mm (0.6 in).
What is the hottest month in Stellenbosch?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 15°C (60°F) and lows of 9°C (47°F).
Does Stellenbosch have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is June at about 135 mm (5.3 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months