Monthly climate guide
Hermanus weather in February
February in Hermanus is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 26°C (78°F) and night-time lows near 17°C (63°F). The month usually brings about 23 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as January and 2°C warmer than March.
What stands out in February
- February brings late summer to Hermanus — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Just 60 km apart, but Hermanus runs about 2°C cooler than Stellenbosch this month.
- Humidity near 72% makes 26°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Rain is well below Hermanus's usual level (around 46% less).
Avg high
26°C
78°F
Avg low
17°C
63°F
Rainfall
23 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
72%
relative
Sky
31%
cloud · mostly sunny
Hermanus weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 78°F | 18°C / 64°F | 32 mm | 71% | 34% |
| February | 26°C / 78°F | 17°C / 63°F | 23 mm | 72% | 31% |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 16°C / 61°F | 40 mm | 75% | 37% |
| April | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 32 mm | 75% | 35% |
| May | 20°C / 67°F | 13°C / 55°F | 35 mm | 78% | 41% |
| June | 17°C / 63°F | 11°C / 51°F | 81 mm | 78% | 42% |
| July | 17°C / 62°F | 10°C / 50°F | 66 mm | 80% | 38% |
| August | 17°C / 62°F | 10°C / 50°F | 66 mm | 80% | 40% |
| September | 18°C / 65°F | 11°C / 52°F | 42 mm | 77% | 42% |
| October | 21°C / 69°F | 13°C / 55°F | 43 mm | 75% | 41% |
| November | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 36 mm | 72% | 41% |
| December | 24°C / 76°F | 16°C / 61°F | 16 mm | 71% | 36% |
What to pack for February
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- Sunglasses
Is February a good time to visit Hermanus?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Hermanus →Other South Africa cities in February
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Hermanus in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Hermanus?
Yes. February is one of the best months for Hermanus, with highs around 26°C and about 23 mm of rain.
How warm is Hermanus in February?
Average highs are about 26°C (78°F) and average lows about 17°C (63°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Hermanus in February?
Hermanus typically gets around 23 mm of rain in February — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Hermanus (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.