AI-generatedWilderness at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- Feb · 26°
- Warmest sea
- Jan · 21.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,570 h
- Rain a year
- 552 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Elevation
- 15 m
Climate in Wilderness
Wilderness 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 2,570 hours of sunshine a year, Wilderness is sunny; December is the sunniest month with 7.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Wilderness
The best time to visit Wilderness 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 63 mm of precipitation.
Wilderness through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Wilderness in spring
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 21–23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Wilderness in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 25–26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Wilderness in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 23–26 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Wilderness in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 20–21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 22 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 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
05:4918:42
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 05:33–06:22 · evening 18:08–18:57
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:23–05:33 · evening 18:57–19:07
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 Wilderness compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 22° at the start of the month to 23° at the end. The sea warms from 17° to 18°. The days get 1.0 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 13° |
| Sea | 17° | 18° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.4 h |
What is the weather like in Wilderness in October?
In October, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °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 57 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Wilderness.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 53 min05:49 – 18:42
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 23 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 %53 %
- Seaweight 25 %6 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %69 %
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
- Rain jacket or umbrella
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February has the better holiday weather in Wilderness: score 79 against 48. In February, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 48 | 79better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 18° |
| Sea | 17.4° | 21.1° |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h | 7.2 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Rainfall | 57 mm | 37 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 7 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Wilderness month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
78January26° · Sea 21° · 7.4 h
In January, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in January79February26° · Sea 21° · 7.2 h
In February, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 37 mm. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in February73March26° · Sea 20° · 6.8 h
In March, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in March62April24° · Sea 18° · 6.7 h
In April, Wilderness 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 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in April52May23° · Sea 17° · 6.5 h
In May, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in May39June21° · Sea 17° · 6.3 h
In June, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °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 41 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in June37July21° · Sea 16° · 6.7 h
In July, Wilderness 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. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in July36August20° · Sea 16° · 7.1 h
In August, Wilderness is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in August42September21° · Sea 17° · 7.3 h
In September, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in September48October22° · Sea 17° · 7.3 h
In October, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °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 57 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in October58November23° · Sea 19° · 7.5 h
In November, Wilderness 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 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 63 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in November74December25° · Sea 20° · 7.6 h
In December, Wilderness is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Wilderness.
Wilderness in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Wilderness
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 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (9°), 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 | 78 | 26° | 17° | 21.1° | 7.4 h | 9 | 45 |
| FebruaryFeb | 79 | 26° | 18° | 21.1° | 7.2 h | 8 | 37 |
| MarchMar | 73 | 26° | 16° | 20.1° | 6.8 h | 8 | 47 |
| AprilApr | 62 | 24° | 14° | 18.0° | 6.7 h | 7 | 46 |
| MayMay | 52 | 23° | 12° | 17.2° | 6.5 h | 6 | 42 |
| JuneJun | 39 | 21° | 10° | 16.6° | 6.3 h | 7 | 41 |
| JulyJul | 37 | 21° | 9° | 16.3° | 6.7 h | 8 | 41 |
| AugustAug | 36 | 20° | 9° | 16.1° | 7.1 h | 8 | 50 |
| SeptemberSep | 42 | 21° | 11° | 16.6° | 7.3 h | 8 | 42 |
| OctoberOct | 48 | 22° | 13° | 17.4° | 7.3 h | 8 | 57 |
| NovemberNov | 58 | 23° | 14° | 18.6° | 7.5 h | 9 | 63 |
| DecemberDec | 74 | 25° | 16° | 20.1° | 7.6 h | 9 | 41 |
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
Sea temperature in Wilderness
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.6 – 18.1 °C
Swimming season: Dec – Mar
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Wilderness ranges from 16.1 °C in August to 21.1 °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 20.0 and 22.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 21.1° | 20.0° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.1° | 20.0° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 20.1° | 18.7° | 21.3° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 18.0° | 16.8° | 19.1° | fresh |
| MayMay | 17.2° | 16.3° | 18.2° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 16.6° | 15.9° | 17.6° | cold |
| JulyJul | 16.3° | 15.5° | 17.2° | cold |
| AugustAug | 16.1° | 15.2° | 16.9° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 16.6° | 15.8° | 17.7° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 17.4° | 16.6° | 18.1° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 18.6° | 17.6° | 19.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 20.1° | 18.4° | 21.1° | refreshing |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Wilderness
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 Wilderness, 57 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 18 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Wilderness: 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, Wilderness has about 8 rainy days with 57 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Wilderness
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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Wilderness
How breezy and how cloudy Wilderness 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 Wilderness typically peaks at 23 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: Jun – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 49 % of the sky over Wilderness: 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Wilderness
How often the day gets hot in Wilderness (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, Wilderness 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 Wilderness
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Wilderness 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.
Wilderness has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 76) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 36).
- 65
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 49
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 36
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 48
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
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 9 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
- 9,770 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.
Good to know: South Africa
- Currency
- South African Rand (ZAR)
- Languages
- Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans
- Sockets
- Type C, D, M, N · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +27
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Wilderness vs George
In October the holiday weather in Wilderness and George is about equally good (score 48 vs 48). During the day George is 1 °C cooler than Wilderness.
| in October | Wilderness | George |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 48 | 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
Best places in the country
South Africa in October: the best places
In October, Wilderness ranks 23 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Orania23°100
- 2Paarl24°99
- 3Somerset West23°16°99
- 4Cape Town23°15°99
- 5Franschhoek23°96
- 6Beaufort West27°95
- 7Stellenbosch22°95
- 8Swellendam25°94
- 23WildernessThis page22°17°48
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Frequently asked questions about Wilderness
When is the best time to visit Wilderness?
The best time to visit Wilderness 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 Wilderness?
The sea temperature in Wilderness ranges from 16.1 °C in August to 21.1 °C in January. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from December to March.
Can you swim in Wilderness 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 Wilderness?
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 Wilderness?
The wettest month is November with 63 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 37 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Wilderness get?
Wilderness gets around 2,570 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is December with 7.6 hours a day; in June there are 6.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Wilderness in?
Wilderness is on UTC+2 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Wilderness?
A nonstop flight from London to Wilderness takes about 12 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,770 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Wilderness?
Wilderness has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 76) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 36). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 65, May half-term 49, summer holidays 36, October half-term 48, Christmas holidays 76.