The best times to visit Caledon for ideal weather are

October 29th to May 13th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Caledon Travel Info

Weather in Caledon

Temperature

Average temperatures in Caledon vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 86th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Caledon, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid January where highs are regularly around 78.5°F (25.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63.8°F (17.7°C) at night.

Caledon Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Caledon Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Caledon Perceived Temperature (F)

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Caledon Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Caledon Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 77.3 68.5 63.3
Feb 77.5 68.4 63.2
Mar 76.1 66.7 61.5
Apr 73.1 63.2 57.8
May 70 61.2 55.9
Jun 65.9 57.8 52.5
Jul 65.4 56.7 51.2
Aug 65.8 57.1 51.6
Sep 68 58.9 53.3
Oct 71 62 56.8
Nov 73 64.1 58.5
Dec 75.7 66.9 61.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 25.2 20.3 17.4
Feb 25.3 20.2 17.3
Mar 24.5 19.3 16.4
Apr 22.8 17.3 14.3
May 21.1 16.2 13.3
Jun 18.8 14.3 11.4
Jul 18.6 13.7 10.7
Aug 18.8 13.9 10.9
Sep 20 14.9 11.8
Oct 21.7 16.7 13.8
Nov 22.8 17.8 14.7
Dec 24.3 19.4 16.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Caledon are February, December, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid February. For example, on the week of February 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in Caledon? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Caledon.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Caledon (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 5% 0 0.9
Feb 4% 0 0.6
Mar 7% 0 0.8
Apr 10% 0 1.3
May 11% 0 1.2
Jun 23% 0 2.9
Jul 24% 0 2.7
Aug 20% 0 2.4
Sep 16% 0 1.6
Oct 10% 0 1.1
Nov 11% 0 2
Dec 5% 0 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 2.3
Feb 4 0 1.5
Mar 7 0 2
Apr 10 0 3.3
May 11 0 3
Jun 23 0 7.4
Jul 24 0 6.9
Aug 20 0 6.1
Sep 16 0 4.1
Oct 10 0 2.8
Nov 11 0 5.1
Dec 5 0 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Caledon has some humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is September (63% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (69.5%).

Wind in Caledon is usually moderate. The windiest month is October, followed by November and December. October’s average wind speed of around 8.1 knots (9.3 MPH or 15 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late October where average top sustained speeds reach 13.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Caledon.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.3 Gentle breeze 11 Significant breeze
Feb 6.8 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 6.5 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Apr 6.1 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
May 6.5 Light breeze 10 Significant breeze
Jun 7.1 Gentle breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 6.7 Light breeze 10.2 Significant breeze
Aug 7.2 Gentle breeze 11 Significant breeze
Sep 7.6 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Oct 8.1 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Nov 8.1 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Dec 7.8 Gentle breeze 11.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 68.1%
Feb 69.5%
Mar 69.5%
Apr 68.2%
May 67.5%
Jun 65.2%
Jul 65.3%
Aug 64.9%
Sep 63%
Oct 66.6%
Nov 63.5%
Dec 66.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Caledon?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for South Africa; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Caledon, South Africa is January, followed by February and November. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Caledon in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 65.4 in June means 65.4% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Caledon Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 78.5°F (25.8°C) and 67.4°F (19.7°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Caledon, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 75.2°F (24°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Caledon to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 74.7°F (23.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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