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When to go · Swellendam

Swellendam in August

Avoid month. Listed as a month to avoid: Jun–Aug (cold, wet, mountain trails slippery).

Key facts

Verdict
Avoid
Temperature
19°C / 7°C
average high / low
Rain days
10
Crowds
Medium
South Africa overall
Prices
Medium
South Africa overall

Verdict

AvoidBest and avoid months for Swellendam

Listed as a month to avoid: Jun–Aug (cold, wet, mountain trails slippery).

Weather in August

Long-term averages
  • SwellendamHighs around 19 °C, lows around 7 °C, rain on about 10 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · South Africa overall
Medium
Prices · South Africa overall
Medium

South Africa overall: Namaqualand flowers start late in the month; Kruger excellent.

What to pack

  • A warm layer for the evenings
  • A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

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