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Bhisho, Eastern Cape Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Bhisho, Eastern Cape?
Bhisho, Eastern Cape gets 393 mm of precipitation a year over about 100 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and July the coldest (average low 6°C).
Semi-arid climate
Bhisho, Eastern Cape has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 21°C in June to 29°C in January. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to November, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Jun–Aug | 7° | 22° |
| Spring | Sep–Nov | 9° | 25° |
| Summer | Dec–Feb | 14° | 28° |
| Autumn | Mar–May | 11° | 26° |
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.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 20 days, to July 20, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Bhisho got 289 mm of rain, against a normal of 393 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 199 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 28%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 49% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover DOHNE during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 173 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14° | 29° | 48 mm | 12 | 78% | 34% | 41° | 7° |
| February | 14° | 29° | 72 mm | 14 | 76% | 40% | 39° | 6° |
| March | 13° | 28° | 53 mm | 10 | 75% | 45% | 41° | 5° |
| April | 11° | 26° | 33 mm | 8 | 75% | 43% | 36° | 2° |
| May | 9° | 24° | 14 mm | 4 | 67% | 67% | 32° | 1° |
| June | 7° | 21° | 11 mm | 5 | 57% | 67% | 29° | -2° |
| July | 6° | 21° | 11 mm | 3 | 50% | 76% | 34° | -4° |
| August | 7° | 23° | 9.4 mm | 4 | 54% | 68% | 36° | -1° |
| September | 8° | 24° | 11 mm | 5 | 64% | 49% | 38° | 1° |
| October | 9° | 26° | 36 mm | 9 | 72% | 41% | 46° | 2° |
| November | 11° | 26° | 47 mm | 12 | 76% | 35% | 38° | 4° |
| December | 13° | 27° | 47 mm | 13 | 77% | 28% | 42° | 5° |
Station: DOHNE, 37 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.