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Worcester, Western 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 Worcester, Western Cape?
Worcester, Western Cape gets 250 mm of precipitation a year over about 51 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and July the coldest (average low 6°C).
Desert climate
Worcester, Western Cape has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 20°C in July to 34°C in February. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and July to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Jun–Aug | 7° | 20° |
| Spring | Sep–Nov | 11° | 27° |
| Summer | Dec–Feb | 17° | 33° |
| Autumn | Mar–May | 12° | 28° |
How much rain does Worcester get?
Worcester gets 250 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 51 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 78% of South Africa.
June is the wettest month, with 45 mm. February is the driest, with 8 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 7.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to July 20, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Worcester got 49 mm of rain, against a normal of 250 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 37 mm.
Worcester weather by month
Worcester weather in January
In January, Worcester averages a high of 34°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 43°C (2003) and the record low is 11°C (2007).
Worcester weather in February
In February, Worcester averages a high of 34°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 75% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 44°C (2024) and the record low is 9°C (2024).
Worcester weather in March
In March, Worcester averages a high of 32°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 42°C (2026) and the record low is 6°C (2009).
Worcester weather in April
In April, Worcester averages a high of 28°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 38°C (2021) and the record low is 3°C (2007).
Worcester weather in May
In May, Worcester averages a high of 24°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2007) and the record low is 0°C (2002). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Worcester weather in June
In June, Worcester averages a high of 20°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 31°C (2022) and the record low is -2°C (2003).
Worcester weather in July
In July, Worcester averages a high of 20°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 31°C (2017) and the record low is -3°C (2010). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Worcester weather in August
In August, Worcester averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 32°C (2000) and the record low is -2°C (2024). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Worcester weather in September
In September, Worcester averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (2019) and the record low is 0°C (2023). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Worcester weather in October
In October, Worcester averages a high of 27°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 41°C (2018) and the record low is 2°C (2008).
Worcester weather in November
In November, Worcester averages a high of 30°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 42°C (2023) and the record low is 0°C (1998).
Worcester weather in December
In December, Worcester averages a high of 33°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 43°C (2015) and the record low is 8°C (2011).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Worcester
February is the sunniest month in Worcester, with estimated sunshine of 75% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. September is the cloudiest, at 52%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 58% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Worcester is cloudier than 74% of South Africa.
Humidity peaks in July at 69% and is lowest in February at 53%.
Worcester has about 82 days a year above 32°C. Worcester is hotter than 89% of South Africa.
First and last freeze in Worcester
The first fall freeze in Worcester typically comes around June 29, and the last spring freeze around July 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 338 days.
Worcester weather records
These records cover WORCESTER during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Worcester station is 44°C, on February 2, 2024. The coldest is -3°C, on July 13, 2010.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 81 mm of precipitation, on March 19, 2003.
31 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Worcester
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and July to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 7°C.
Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 11°C.
Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 34°C and lows near 17°C.
Autumn (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 12°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17° | 34° | 11 mm | 2 | 54% | 67% | 43° | 11° |
| February | 17° | 34° | 7.9 mm | 2 | 53% | 75% | 44° | 9° |
| March | 16° | 32° | 13 mm | 3 | 61% | 56% | 42° | 6° |
| April | 12° | 28° | 18 mm | 4 | 59% | 56% | 38° | 3° |
| May | 9° | 24° | 21 mm | 5 | 62% | 54% | 34° | 0° |
| June | 7° | 20° | 45 mm | 7 | 67% | 53% | 31° | -2° |
| July | 6° | 20° | 44 mm | 7 | 69% | 56% | 31° | -3° |
| August | 7° | 21° | 29 mm | 7 | 67% | 56% | 32° | -2° |
| September | 9° | 23° | 16 mm | 4 | 65% | 52% | 37° | 0° |
| October | 11° | 27° | 16 mm | 3 | 59% | 52% | 41° | 2° |
| November | 13° | 30° | 15 mm | 4 | 56% | 54% | 42° | 0° |
| December | 16° | 33° | 16 mm | 3 | 58% | 59% | 43° | 8° |
Station: WORCESTER, 4 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.
Worcester climate questions
How much rain does Worcester get?
Worcester gets 250 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 51 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Worcester?
June is the wettest month in Worcester, with 45 mm. February is the driest, with 8 mm.
How many rainy days does Worcester have a year?
Worcester has about 51 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 7.
What is the hottest month in Worcester?
January is the warmest month in Worcester, with an average high of 34°C.
What is the coldest month in Worcester?
July is the coldest month in Worcester, with an average low of 6°C.
What is the record high temperature in Worcester?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Worcester station is 44°C, set on February 2, 2024. The record low is -3°C, on July 13, 2010.
What is the sunniest month in Worcester?
February is the sunniest month in Worcester, with estimated sunshine of 75% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. September is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Worcester?
The first fall freeze in Worcester typically comes around June 29. The last spring freeze is around July 26.
What is the best time to visit Worcester?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and July to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.