AI-generatedYzerfontein at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – Apr
- Warmest month
- Feb · 26°
- Warmest sea
- Jan · 16.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,160 h
- Rain a year
- 276 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Elevation
- 24 m
Climate in Yzerfontein
Yzerfontein has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 26 °C, while July is the coolest at 18 °C. With around 3,160 hours of sunshine a year, Yzerfontein is very sunny; January is the sunniest month with 11.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Yzerfontein
The best time to visit Yzerfontein is from October to April. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in January it only reaches 16.2 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, the weather is pleasant all year round. The wettest month is June with 50 mm of precipitation.
Yzerfontein through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Yzerfontein in spring
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 20–23 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Yzerfontein in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 25–26 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days in all
Yzerfontein in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 21–25 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days in all
Yzerfontein in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 18–19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
All year
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: October – April
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 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 15°
06:0718:59
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:52–06:40 · evening 18:26–19:14
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:42–05:52 · evening 19:14–19:24
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 Yzerfontein 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 23° at the end. The days get 1.0 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 13° |
| Sea | 15° | 15° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.4 h |
What is the weather like in Yzerfontein in October?
In October, Yzerfontein is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 14 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 52 min06:07 – 18:59
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 26 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 38 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %57 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Yzerfontein
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Yzerfontein: score 75 against 60. In January, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C warmer in January. January has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 60 | 75better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 17° |
| Sea | 15.0° | 16.2° |
| Sunshine | 9.4 h | 11.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 3 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 14 mm | 7 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Yzerfontein month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
75January26° · Sea 16° · 11.5 h
In January, Yzerfontein is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 7 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in January75February26° · Sea 16° · 10.9 h
In February, Yzerfontein is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in February75March25° · Sea 16° · 9.6 h
In March, Yzerfontein is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 9 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in March61April23° · Sea 15° · 8.2 h
In April, Yzerfontein is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in April40May21° · Sea 15° · 6.4 h
In May, Yzerfontein is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 31 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in May24June19° · Sea 15° · 5.8 h
In June, Yzerfontein is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in June27July18° · Sea 15° · 6.4 h
In July, Yzerfontein is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in July27August18° · Sea 15° · 6.7 h
In August, Yzerfontein is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °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 43 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in August39September20° · Sea 15° · 7.7 h
In September, Yzerfontein is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 23 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in September60October22° · Sea 15° · 9.4 h
In October, Yzerfontein is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 14 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in October65November23° · Sea 15° · 10.3 h
In November, Yzerfontein is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein in November74December25° · Sea 16° · 11.0 h
In December, Yzerfontein is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 10 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Yzerfontein.
Yzerfontein 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 Yzerfontein
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 January (17°). 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 | 75 | 26° | 17° | 16.2° | 11.5 h | 2 | 7 |
| FebruaryFeb | 75 | 26° | 17° | 16.2° | 10.9 h | 1 | 6 |
| MarchMar | 75 | 25° | 16° | 15.7° | 9.6 h | 2 | 9 |
| AprilApr | 61 | 23° | 13° | 14.6° | 8.2 h | 3 | 20 |
| MayMay | 40 | 21° | 12° | 14.6° | 6.4 h | 5 | 31 |
| JuneJun | 24 | 19° | 10° | 14.8° | 5.8 h | 8 | 50 |
| JulyJul | 27 | 18° | 9° | 14.6° | 6.4 h | 7 | 47 |
| AugustAug | 27 | 18° | 10° | 14.5° | 6.7 h | 8 | 43 |
| SeptemberSep | 39 | 20° | 11° | 14.7° | 7.7 h | 5 | 23 |
| OctoberOct | 60 | 22° | 13° | 15.0° | 9.4 h | 3 | 14 |
| NovemberNov | 65 | 23° | 14° | 15.2° | 10.3 h | 3 | 17 |
| DecemberDec | 74 | 25° | 16° | 15.9° | 11.0 h | 3 | 10 |
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 Yzerfontein
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 14.1 – 15.4 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Yzerfontein ranges from 14.5 °C in August to 16.2 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in January, eight out of ten years were between 14.4 and 17.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.2° | 14.4° | 17.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.2° | 14.1° | 18.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.7° | 14.0° | 18.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.6° | 13.3° | 15.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 14.6° | 13.7° | 15.9° | cold |
| JuneJun | 14.8° | 13.8° | 16.1° | cold |
| JulyJul | 14.6° | 13.8° | 15.3° | cold |
| AugustAug | 14.5° | 13.7° | 15.3° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 14.7° | 13.8° | 15.6° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 15.0° | 14.1° | 15.4° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 15.2° | 14.1° | 16.5° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 15.9° | 14.1° | 17.8° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Yzerfontein
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 9.4 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Yzerfontein, 73 % 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
Rain in Yzerfontein: 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, Yzerfontein has about 3 rainy days with 14 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Yzerfontein
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 Yzerfontein
How breezy and how cloudy Yzerfontein 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 Yzerfontein typically peaks at 26 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, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 38 % of the sky over Yzerfontein: mostly sunny, with about 9.4 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 Yzerfontein
How often the day gets hot in Yzerfontein (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, Yzerfontein 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 Yzerfontein
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Yzerfontein 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.
Yzerfontein has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 75) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 27).
- 65
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 37
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 27
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 60
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 75
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 11.3 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 5 min
- Distance
- 9,600 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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Yzerfontein vs Langebaan
In October the holiday weather in Yzerfontein and Langebaan is about equally good (score 60 vs 60). During the day Langebaan is 1 °C warmer than Yzerfontein. The sea is about equally warm. Langebaan gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Yzerfontein | Langebaan |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 60 | 60 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 23° |
| Sea | 15° | 15° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 10 h |
| Rainy days | 3 | 3 |
| Best time | Oct – Apr | Oct – Apr |
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In October, Yzerfontein ranks 20 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 20YzerfonteinThis page22°15°60
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Frequently asked questions about Yzerfontein
When is the best time to visit Yzerfontein?
The best time to visit Yzerfontein is from October to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Yzerfontein?
The sea temperature in Yzerfontein ranges from 14.5 °C in August to 16.2 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Yzerfontein in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 15.0 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Yzerfontein?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C and nights around 17 °C. July is the coolest month at 18 °C.
When does it rain most in Yzerfontein?
The wettest month is June with 50 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 6 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Yzerfontein get?
Yzerfontein gets around 3,160 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 11.5 hours a day; in June there are 5.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Yzerfontein in?
Yzerfontein is on UTC+2 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Yzerfontein?
A nonstop flight from London to Yzerfontein takes about 12 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,600 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Yzerfontein?
Yzerfontein has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 75) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 27). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 65, May half-term 37, summer holidays 27, October half-term 60, Christmas holidays 75.