Franskraal Weather, Climate and Seasons

Franskraal is situated just outside Gansbaai and the moderate climate is a combination of coastal and inland weather conditions with an abundance of fine weather days. The seaside village is most famous for the Uilenkraalsmond Holiday Resort which has been a popular family holiday destination for almost a century. Rock anglers frequent fishing spots along the stretch of coastline closest to the Uilkraalsmond lagoon estuary and along the coastline towards Pearly Beach.

Summer weather in Franskraal (December, January, February & March)

Franskraal average seasonal temperature in summer: 17°C (63°F) and 27°c (82°F)
Franskraal average daily temperature in summer: 24.5 °C (77°F)
Franskraal average monthly rainfall in summer: Mostly dry
Franskraal average daylight hours in summer: 12 to 14.5 hours

The summer months in Franskraal are generally warm to hot with not much rainfall expected although, 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. Be prepared for the heat in February which is known for mini-heatwaves where temperatures as high as 40°C (104°F) are recorded.

Autumn weather in Franskraal (March, April, May & June)

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

The autumn months in Franskraal 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 noticeable later and dusk earlier, the daytime weather remains fine and sunny without much wind and rain. Mornings can be surprisingly icy from April onwards.

Winter weather in Franskraal (June, July, August & September)

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

The winter months in Franskraal 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 making the most of the sunshine. Once in a while, all these weather patterns occur on the same day. Weather temperatures in Franskraal tend to be slightly lower than those of Gansbaai during the winter months.

Spring weather in Franskraal (September, October, November & December)

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

The spring months in Franskraal 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 and the landscape is covered in blankets of yellow and pink blossoms.