Bawa Falls

Waterfall Scenic waterfall set within Eastern Cape landscapes

Bawa Falls
-32.3932, 28.1285

How to Get to Bawa Falls #

Drive from nearby towns in the Eastern Cape region; access roads can be gravel-use local directions and confirm with provincial conservation authorities for the best routes.

Tips for Visiting Bawa Falls #

  • Check trail conditions with local rangers-some access routes close after heavy rains due to slipperiness.
  • Bring a waterproof camera cover; the falls' spray can be heavy close to the plunge pool.
  • Combine the visit with coastal drives in the Eastern Cape for other natural sights and seaside villages.

Best Time to Visit Bawa Falls #

Spring and autumn provide mild weather and good conditions for visiting the falls; summer can bring heavy rains.

Spring
Sep-Nov · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Prospect of higher flows after winter rains and mild hiking weather.
Summer
Dec-Feb · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Warmer conditions but also the potential for sudden storms; trails may be wet.
Autumn
Mar-May · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Pleasant temperatures for exploring and fewer insects than in midsummer.

Weather & Climate near Bawa Falls #

Climate

Bawa Falls's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 8°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (832 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
MayAprilSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 25°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 19 mm.

80 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
9.9h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

80 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

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