Climate normals · 1970–2000
East London Climate
East London is a city in South Africa (05) with a population of about 478,676. Its average annual temperature is 18.9°C (66°F), with roughly 857 mm of rain per year.
18.9°C
Avg Temp
857
Precip (mm/yr)
Feb
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
East London Climate
East London has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F) and receives about 857 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is February and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.9°C
Avg Temp
857
Precip (mm/yr)
Feb
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 72° | 74 mm |
| February | 22° / 72° | 91 mm |
| March | 21° / 71° | 88 mm |
| April | 20° / 67° | 65 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 41 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 34 mm |
| July | 16° / 60° | 39 mm |
| August | 16° / 61° | 58 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 71 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 102 mm |
| November | 19° / 67° | 112 mm |
| December | 21° / 70° | 82 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit East London
The most comfortable months to visit East London are typically December, April and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is February (around 26°C high). The coldest is July (near 10°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit East London are typically December, April and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
East London, South Africa has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C and about 857 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is February and the coldest is July.
In February, the hottest month, daily highs in East London average about 26°C (79°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.