Bhisho, Eastern Cape Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Bhisho get?

Bhisho gets 393 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 100 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 88% of South Africa.

February is the wettest month, with 72 mm. August is the driest, with 9 mm. February has the most rainy days, about 14.

Bhisho weather by month

Bhisho weather in January

In January, Bhisho averages a high of 29°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The January record high is 41°C (2026) and the record low is 7°C (2019).

Bhisho weather in February

In February, Bhisho averages a high of 29°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The February record high is 39°C (2013) and the record low is 6°C (2015).

Bhisho weather in March

In March, Bhisho averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The March record high is 41°C (2013) and the record low is 5°C (2020).

Bhisho weather in April

In April, Bhisho averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2017) and the record low is 2°C (2010). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bhisho weather in May

In May, Bhisho averages a high of 24°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (2007). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bhisho weather in June

In June, Bhisho averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The June record high is 29°C (2010) and the record low is -2°C (2014). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bhisho weather in July

In July, Bhisho averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (2014). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bhisho weather in August

In August, Bhisho averages a high of 23°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is -1°C (2020). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bhisho weather in September

In September, Bhisho averages a high of 24°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (2014). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bhisho weather in October

In October, Bhisho averages a high of 26°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The October record high is 46°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (2017). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bhisho weather in November

In November, Bhisho averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The November record high is 38°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (2018). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Bhisho weather in December

In December, Bhisho averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The December record high is 42°C (2015) and the record low is 5°C (2008).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Bhisho

July is the sunniest month in Bhisho, with sunshine about 76% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 28%. Over the year the sun shines about 49% of daylight hours. Bhisho is cloudier than 93% of South Africa.

Humidity peaks in January at 78% and is lowest in July at 50%.

Bhisho has about 22 days a year above 32°C. Bhisho is cooler than 58% of South Africa.

Bhisho weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Bhisho station is 46°C, on October 3, 2023. The coldest is -4°C, on July 7, 2014.

The wettest day on record brought 173 mm of rain, on November 2, 1985.

32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit Bhisho

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to November, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Winter (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 6°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 14°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 11°C.

Bhisho climate questions

How much rain does Bhisho get?

Bhisho gets 393 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 100 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Bhisho?

February is the wettest month in Bhisho, with 72 mm. August is the driest, with 9 mm.

How many rainy days does Bhisho have a year?

Bhisho has about 100 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Bhisho?

January is the warmest month in Bhisho, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Bhisho?

July is the coldest month in Bhisho, with an average low of 6°C.

What is the record high temperature in Bhisho?

The record high at the Bhisho station is 46°C, set on October 3, 2023. The record low is -4°C, on July 7, 2014.

What is the sunniest month in Bhisho?

July is the sunniest month in Bhisho, with sunshine about 76% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Bhisho?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to November, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.