The best times to visit The Crags for ideal weather are

January 1st to May 27th

or

July 30th to October 28th

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

 

 


Other The Crags Travel Info

Weather in The Crags

Temperature

Average temperatures in The Crags vary somewhat. 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 85th 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 The Crags, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January where highs are regularly around 80.9°F (27.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65.6°F (18.7°C) at night.

The Crags Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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The Crags 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.

The Crags Perceived Temperature (F)

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The Crags Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average The Crags 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 79.1 70.3 64.7
Feb 78.3 68.9 63.4
Mar 76.6 66.8 61
Apr 73.4 63.3 57.2
May 73.5 61.8 55.5
Jun 67.6 57.2 50.6
Jul 66.1 56.3 50.7
Aug 69.3 59 52.9
Sep 70 60.1 53.9
Oct 72.1 63 57.2
Nov 72 63.1 57.2
Dec 76.2 67.9 62.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 26.2 21.3 18.2
Feb 25.7 20.5 17.4
Mar 24.8 19.3 16.1
Apr 23 17.4 14
May 23.1 16.6 13.1
Jun 19.8 14 10.3
Jul 18.9 13.5 10.4
Aug 20.7 15 11.6
Sep 21.1 15.6 12.2
Oct 22.3 17.2 14
Nov 22.2 17.3 14
Dec 24.6 19.9 16.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in The Crags are January, October, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late August to early September with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of August 27th.

When can you find snow in The Crags? 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 The Crags.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

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

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 10% 0 1.3
Feb 14% 0 1.2
Mar 13% 0 2.2
Apr 15% 0 2.6
May 13% 0 1.4
Jun 25% 0 3.5
Jul 20% 0 3.1
Aug 13% 0 1.5
Sep 15% 0 4
Oct 10% 0 2
Nov 22% 0 4.3
Dec 14% 0 2.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 3.3
Feb 14 0 3
Mar 13 0 5.6
Apr 15 0 6.6
May 13 0 3.6
Jun 25 0 8.9
Jul 20 0 7.9
Aug 13 0 3.8
Sep 15 0 10.2
Oct 10 0 5.1
Nov 22 0 10.9
Dec 14 0 6.1

 

Humidity and Wind

The Crags has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (57.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (71.7%).

Wind in The Crags is usually calm. The windiest month is November, followed by October and January. November’s average wind speed of around 6.6 knots (7.6 MPH or 12.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid October where average top sustained speeds reach 11.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

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 6 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.5 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.7 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.4 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
May 5.5 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.8 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.9 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 6.3 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.6 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.9 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71.2%
Feb 71.7%
Mar 70%
Apr 67.7%
May 62.7%
Jun 57.8%
Jul 61%
Aug 64.5%
Sep 65.9%
Oct 69.1%
Nov 67.9%
Dec 70.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to The Crags?

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 The Crags, South Africa is July, followed by August and June. 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 The Crags in December. 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 47.8 in December means 47.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall The Crags Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 80.4°F (26.9°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

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 4 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in The Crags, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 75.5°F (24.2°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in The Crags to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 80.9°F (27.2°C) and 74.3°F (23.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 4 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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