AI-generatedMossel Bay at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- Feb · 26°
- Warmest sea
- Jan · 21.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,590 h
- Rain a year
- 494 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Elevation
- 43 m
Climate in Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 26 °C, while August is the coolest at 20 °C. With around 2,590 hours of sunshine a year, Mossel Bay is sunny; December is the sunniest month with 7.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Mossel Bay
The best time to visit Mossel Bay is from December to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from January to February. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, the weather is pleasant all year round. The wettest month is November with 57 mm of precipitation.
Mossel Bay through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Mossel Bay in spring
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 21–23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Mossel Bay in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 24–26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Mossel Bay in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 23–25 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Mossel Bay in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 20–21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – Feb
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
All year
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: December – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
05:5018:44
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:35–06:24 · evening 18:10–18:59
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:25–05:35 · evening 18:59–19:09
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Mossel Bay compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 21° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea warms from 17° to 18°. The days get 1.0 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 13° |
| Sea | 17° | 18° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.4 h |
What is the weather like in Mossel Bay in October?
In October, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 53 min05:50 – 18:44
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 49 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %43 %
- Seaweight 25 %6 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %73 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Mossel Bay
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January has the better holiday weather in Mossel Bay: score 79 against 45. In January, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 79better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 17° |
| Sea | 17.4° | 21.2° |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h | 7.5 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Rainfall | 49 mm | 39 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 7 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Mossel Bay month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
79January25° · Sea 21° · 7.5 h
In January, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 39 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in January79February26° · Sea 21° · 7.3 h
In February, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 32 mm. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in February73March25° · Sea 20° · 6.9 h
In March, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in March60April24° · Sea 18° · 6.8 h
In April, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 43 mm. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in April51May23° · Sea 17° · 6.6 h
In May, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in May38June21° · Sea 16° · 6.3 h
In June, Mossel Bay is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 37 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in June36July20° · Sea 16° · 6.7 h
In July, Mossel Bay is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in July37August20° · Sea 16° · 7.2 h
In August, Mossel Bay is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in August39September21° · Sea 17° · 7.3 h
In September, Mossel Bay is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 35 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in September45October22° · Sea 17° · 7.3 h
In October, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in October55November23° · Sea 19° · 7.6 h
In November, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 57 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in November72December24° · Sea 20° · 7.7 h
In December, Mossel Bay is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 37 mm. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Mossel Bay.
Mossel Bay in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Mossel Bay
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 12°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (8°), the warmest in February (18°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to March.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 79 | 25° | 17° | 21.2° | 7.5 h | 8 | 39 |
| FebruaryFeb | 79 | 26° | 18° | 21.2° | 7.3 h | 8 | 32 |
| MarchMar | 73 | 25° | 16° | 20.2° | 6.9 h | 8 | 46 |
| AprilApr | 60 | 24° | 14° | 18.0° | 6.8 h | 7 | 43 |
| MayMay | 51 | 23° | 12° | 17.1° | 6.6 h | 6 | 41 |
| JuneJun | 38 | 21° | 9° | 16.3° | 6.3 h | 7 | 37 |
| JulyJul | 36 | 20° | 8° | 16.0° | 6.7 h | 7 | 35 |
| AugustAug | 37 | 20° | 9° | 16.0° | 7.2 h | 7 | 42 |
| SeptemberSep | 39 | 21° | 10° | 16.5° | 7.3 h | 7 | 35 |
| OctoberOct | 45 | 22° | 12° | 17.4° | 7.3 h | 8 | 49 |
| NovemberNov | 55 | 23° | 14° | 18.6° | 7.6 h | 9 | 57 |
| DecemberDec | 72 | 24° | 16° | 20.1° | 7.7 h | 8 | 37 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Mossel Bay
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.8 – 18.1 °C
Swimming season: Dec – Mar
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Mossel Bay ranges from 16.0 °C in July to 21.2 °C in January. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from December to March.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in January, eight out of ten years were between 20.3 and 21.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 21.2° | 20.3° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.2° | 20.3° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 20.2° | 19.0° | 21.3° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 18.0° | 16.9° | 19.0° | fresh |
| MayMay | 17.1° | 15.9° | 18.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 16.3° | 15.5° | 17.2° | cold |
| JulyJul | 16.0° | 15.1° | 16.9° | cold |
| AugustAug | 16.0° | 15.2° | 16.7° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 16.5° | 15.7° | 17.4° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 17.4° | 16.8° | 18.1° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 18.6° | 17.9° | 19.3° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 20.1° | 18.7° | 21.1° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Mossel Bay
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.3 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Mossel Bay, 57 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Mossel Bay: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Mossel Bay has about 8 rainy days with 49 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Mossel Bay
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Mossel Bay
How breezy and how cloudy Mossel Bay is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Mossel Bay typically peaks at 22 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Aug – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 49 % of the sky over Mossel Bay: variable cloud, with about 7.3 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Mossel Bay
How often the day gets hot in Mossel Bay (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Mossel Bay has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 22 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Mossel Bay
Weather for your travel dates
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Mossel Bay in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Mossel Bay has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 76) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 37).
- 64
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 48
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 37
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 45
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 76
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 15 min
- Distance
- 9,780 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Mossel Bay vs George
In October the holiday weather in Mossel Bay and George is about equally good (score 45 vs 48). During the day George is 1 °C cooler than Mossel Bay.
| in October | Mossel Bay | George |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 48 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 21° |
| Sea | 17° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Best time | Dec – Mar | All year |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Mossel Bay
When is the best time to visit Mossel Bay?
The best time to visit Mossel Bay is from December to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Mossel Bay?
The sea temperature in Mossel Bay ranges from 16.0 °C in July to 21.2 °C in January. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from December to March.
Can you swim in Mossel Bay in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 17.4 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from December to March.
What is the warmest month in Mossel Bay?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C and nights around 18 °C. August is the coolest month at 20 °C.
When does it rain most in Mossel Bay?
The wettest month is November with 57 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 32 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Mossel Bay get?
Mossel Bay gets around 2,590 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is December with 7.7 hours a day; in June there are 6.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Mossel Bay in?
Mossel Bay is on UTC+2 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Mossel Bay?
A nonstop flight from London to Mossel Bay takes about 12 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,780 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Mossel Bay?
Mossel Bay has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 76) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 37). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 64, May half-term 48, summer holidays 37, October half-term 45, Christmas holidays 76.