Weather in Port Elizabeth Today
Current temperature in Port Elizabeth: 19°C (66°F). Overcast. Today's high 20°C (68°F), low 17°C (63°F).
Today's Daylight Forecast
Moon & Islamic Calendar
Air quality and UV are both favourable great conditions for a walk, run, or outdoor activity.
5-Day Weather Forecast
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Today vs Normal
The long-term average high for today is 20°C.
9 of the last 28 days with published data ran above normal.
It continues that pattern - today's forecast is also running below normal.
Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days
Air Quality
Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Health & Activity Advice
UV index is 6 today — moderate. Sunscreen is worth using for extended time outside, but no special precautions are needed for short trips.
Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activity at most points during the day today.
Nearby Regional Outlook
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Port Elizabeth?
The hottest month in Port Elizabeth is typically January, with daytime highs averaging around 24.2°C (76°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 19.3°C (67°F).
What is the coldest month in Port Elizabeth?
The coldest month in Port Elizabeth is typically July, with overnight lows averaging around 11.8°C (53°F) and daytime highs near 19.2°C (67°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.
Does Port Elizabeth have a rainy season?
Port Elizabeth doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. October is the wettest month on average (about 51 mm), while July is the driest (about 31 mm).
What's the best time of year to visit Port Elizabeth?
The best time to visit Port Elizabeth is typically November to February, when daytime highs average a comfortable 23.2°C (74°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 36 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.
Is Port Elizabeth's air quality safe right now?
As of the latest reading, Port Elizabeth's air quality index (AQI) is 42, rated "Good", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is considered satisfactory, with little to no health risk.