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Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in September
Stellenbosch & Franschhoek edges warmer than August, with highs of 64°F (18°C), lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
It scores 94/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What September feels like
Days are mild at around 64°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 50°F (10°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (62 mm).
Plan around September
September is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (October and December – April).
- Comfort improves from 81/100 in August to 94/100.
- Our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends Oct – Apr, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Babylonstoren
Cape Dutch farm with a huge working fruit and vegetable garden, a farm-to-table restaurant and wine cellar.
Why now September scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Spier Wine Farm
One of the oldest farms in the Cape, with tastings, picnics, Segway tours and Creative Block art.
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
Mountain valley just outside Stellenbosch with trails to waterfalls and a scenic drive.
Why now Highs near 64°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Dorp Street
Oak-shaded street of Cape Dutch and Georgian houses in Stellenbosch's historic center.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Franschhoek Wine Tram
Hop-on, hop-off tram and bus lines linking wine estates in the Franschhoek Valley.
Nearby in September
- Cape Town in September~25 mi · highs 62°F, 1.6 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Knysna & Plettenberg Bay in September~240 mi · highs 71°F, 1.7 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Stellenbosch & Franschhoek?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 94/100 against a best of 100 in October and December – April. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. Our Cape Town, Winelands & Garden Route recommends Oct – Apr, so September is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in September?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in September?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.9 in (734 mm).
What should I pack for Stellenbosch & Franschhoek in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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