Danger Point Weather, Climate and Seasons

Danger Point on the Cape South Coasts’ geographical location, between Cape Town and Cape Infanta, places it in the heart of the Overberg's wine, agricultural and Fynbos region. This beautiful but treacherous peninsula lies on the southern point of Walker Bay just outside Gansbaai and is noted in maritime history as the place where HMS Birkenhead met her fate in1852. The Danger Point Lighthouse stands sentry over the bay, ready to warn mariners to steer clear of the rocky point in stormy and misty weather.

Summer weather in Danger Point (December, January, February & March)

Danger Point average seasonal temperature in summer: 17°C (63°F) and 28°c (82°F)
Danger Point average daily temperature in summer: 25 °C (77°F)
Danger Point average monthly rainfall in summer: Mostly dry
Danger Point average daylight hours in summer: 12 to 14.5 hours

The summer months in Danger Point are generally warm to hot with not much rainfall expected although, as with all coastal weather patterns, anything can happen. The long sunny days are perfect for outdoor living and adventures. Strong southeasterly winds are the norm and locals find respite at the sheltered coves and beaches in the De Kelders area, which mostly escape the windy season. Things start to sizzle in February which is known for mini-heatwaves and temperatures as high as 40°C (104°F) can be expected.

Autumn weather in Danger Point (March, April, May & June)

Danger Point average seasonal temperature in autumn: 13°C (59°F) and 27°c (81°F)
Danger Point average daily temperature in autumn: 22°c (72°F)
Danger Point average monthly rainfall in autumn: 5 to 6 days a month
Danger Point average daylight hours in autumn: 10 to 12 hours

The autumn months in Danger Point merge with summer and winter so seamlessly that you will be hard-pressed to notice the end and beginning of each season. Other than dawn being much later and dusk a whole lot earlier, the daytime weather remains fine and sunny without much wind. A few rainy days bring a little colour back onto the peninsula which has by now begun to show the after-effects of the hot, dry summer months. Mornings can be surprisingly icy from April onwards.

Winter weather in Danger Point (June, July, August & September)

Danger Point average seasonal temperature in winter: 11°C (52°F) and 20°c (68°F)
Danger Point average daily temperature in winter: 13°C (55°F)
Danger Point average monthly rainfall in winter: 10 to 11 days a month
Danger Point average daylight hours in winter: 9.5 to 12 hours

The winter months in Danger Point consist of an eclectic mix of mild fair weather days, icy days when ruthless storms and strong northerly winds batter the coastline and hot sunny days that make you want to be out-and-about. Once in a while, all these weather patterns occur on the same day. August is known for its gusty winds and colder than usual days.

Spring weather in Danger Point (September, October, November & December)

Danger Point average seasonal temperature in spring: 13°C (55°F) and 25°c (77°F)
Danger Point average daily temperature in spring: 23°C (73°F)
Danger Point average monthly rainfall in spring: 5 to 8 days
Danger Point average daylight hours in spring: 12 to 14 hours

The spring months in Danger Point offer an inspiring taste of the warmer months that lay ahead and the longer, warmer days are welcomed after the icy tail end of winter finally subsides. The abundance of rain has prepared the earth for new life and the coastline is covered in fresh blankets of indigenous vegetation.