Yzerfontein, South Africa: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Yzerfontein, South Africa? If you're planning to go to Yzerfontein, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

When to go to Yzerfontein
Important essentials for Yzerfontein
Activities for Yzerfontein
Yzerfontein in January: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in February: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in March: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in April: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in May: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in June: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in July: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in August: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in September: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in October: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in November: weather and what to pack
Yzerfontein in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.

When to go to Yzerfontein, South Africa

Based on the climate and weather in Yzerfontein, the best time to go is February. See below for details.

Important essentials for Yzerfontein, South Africa

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Yzerfontein, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly product.
Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance

If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
Kids' KN95 masks

N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
N95 masks to use in crowded airports

These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
A vaccine card protector

Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

General health necessities

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
Travel first aid kit

This one is a good choice.
Emergency motion sickness relief
- Pills
- Wristband

Don't forget these

Airplane or car necessities
- our favorite airplane pillow
- a great inflatable travel pillow
- a luggage lock
- entertainment
Money/passport pouch

A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one
Plug adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, M and N. This one works in most locations, but check with your hotel.
Emergency phone

For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Yzerfontein may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
For families with young children

What to wear/what to pack for Yzerfontein, South Africa by month

Already know when you're traveling?

January

If you go to Yzerfontein in January, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Bug repellent
- best performing
- best performing natural solution
Light dresses

You can find some great options here
Breathable footwear or sandals
- for men
- for women
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
- SPF 50
- SPF 30
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light skirts
- short
- long
Short pants or heavy shorts
- for men
- for women
Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants are vital in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Windproof umbrella

This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

February

Traveling to Yzerfontein in February, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light skirts
- short
- long
Bug repellent
- best performing
- best performing natural solution
Breathable footwear or sandals
- for men
- for women
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light dresses

You can find some great options here
Sunscreen lotion
- SPF 50
- SPF 30
Short pants or heavy shorts
- for men
- for women
Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like these rain boots:
Rain pants

These will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Windproof umbrella

This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

March

March here dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sandals
Short pants or heavy shorts
- for men
- for women
Sunscreen lotion
- SPF 50
- SPF 30
Light skirts
- short
- long
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Bug repellent
- best performing
- best performing natural solution
Long and short sleeve shirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
- for men
- for women
Light dresses

You can find some great options here
Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We recommend rain boots:
Rain pants

Rain pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings stay dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

April

April for Yzerfontein is balmy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light dresses

You can find some great options here
Light skirts
- short
- long
Sunscreen lotion
- SPF 50
- SPF 30
Breathable footwear or sandals
- for men
- for women
Long and short sleeve shirts
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Bug repellent
- best performing
- best performing natural solution
Sandals
Short pants or heavy shorts
- for men
- for women
Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants

These will be vital in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings stay dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

May

If you are traveling to Yzerfontein in May, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We recommend rain boots:
Rain pants

Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your bags stay dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

June

June here is chilly. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Standard footwear
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like these rain boots:
Rain pants

Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your bags remain dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

July

July in this region is cool. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost once in a while. It rains about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

August

August for Yzerfontein is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Standard footwear
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Dresses
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use rain boots:
Rain pants

These will be essential in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings remain dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

September

September is cool. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
Standard footwear
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use these rain boots:
Rain pants

Rain pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your things stay dry. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

October

Traveling to Yzerfontein in October, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Dresses
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We recommend rain boots:
Rain pants

These will be vital in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

November

November here dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains once in a while.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sandals
Short pants or heavy shorts
- for men
- for women
Breathable footwear or sandals
- for men
- for women
Long and short sleeve shirts
Bug repellent
- best performing
- best performing natural solution
Sunscreen lotion
- SPF 50
- SPF 30
Light dresses

You can find some great options here
Light skirts
- short
- long
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Windproof umbrella

This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your bags stay dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

December

Traveling to Yzerfontein in December, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 10s C).