Our verdict
The best time to visit Hermanus is July
In summer, temperatures can reach as high as 25℃ (76℉) in the middle of the day. The weather in the winter, especially around July, can reach a minimum of 10℃ (51℉).
If you’re keen to work on your tan in Hermanus, you’re most likely get the longest days between sun-up and sun-down around December. The wet season in Hermanus usually falls during the months surrounding June each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
Keep reading to learn more about the best times to go to Hermanus, including detailed weather information and tools to help you find and book great deals on your travel.
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Hermanus seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Hermanus as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Hermanus is in the Southern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | December to February |
| Autumn/fall | March to May |
| Winter | June to August |
| Spring | September to November |
Average temperatures in Hermanus
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Hermanus for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Hermanus climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Hermanus for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Hermanus in January
- Average temperature: 20℃ (69℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in January, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Hermanus in February
- Average temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in February, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Hermanus in March
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in March, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Hermanus in April
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in April, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Hermanus in May
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 21 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in May, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Hermanus in June
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 43mm (2") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in June, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Hermanus in July
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 25mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in July, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Hermanus in August
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 29mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in August, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Hermanus in September
- Average temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in September, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
Hermanus in October
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in October, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Hermanus in November
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in November, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Hermanus in December
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Hermanus in December, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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