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Weather & Climate in East London, South Africa
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
East London enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.
Temperature
72°F Jan (22°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 60.5 sq mi (156.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,912/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.0153°N, 27.9116°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in |
East London has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and June the driest (1.3").