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Your first Scoop of the new year - a taste of things to come

As we find our feet in 2026, we’re starting by keeping an eye on the key dates shaping the year ahead - moments worth noting as the town starts to wave goodbye to our festive visitors and eases back into its familiar rhythm.

👋 Hello Hermanus - we’re back and (almost) ready to go again!

Our team is still easing back into work mode after some sensational Summer weather and Christmas holidays - we hope that you enjoyed a rewarding and relaxing break with all of those near and dear to you during this time and that 2026 is filled with happiness and health for you and your family!

We’re still gearing up for a proper and regular Scoop for next week but in the meantime we didn’t want to leave you hanging at the start of the year - even if this one comes a little bit later in the day than usual!

Want to see your business featured in the Hermanus Scoop and reach the eyes of thousands of readers in 2026? Drop us a mail at [email protected].

In this week’s shortened edition, we’re dishing up:

🗓️ What’s on the horizon in 2026 - we take a swift key look at the big events and dates to consider when planning the year ahead

📆 What’s On in Hermanus: your guide to markets, live music, festive happenings, and everything buzzing around town this week.

🌤️ Your Weather: a quick snapshot to help you plan those perfect early-summer days by the sea.

Here’s to local passion, community champions, and the people who make Hermanus shine in the new year.

The Hermanus Scoop Team 🐋

P.S. Love local stories? Share The Scoop with a friend before 2026 takes proper flight at hermanusscoop.co.za - it’s free and it’s lekker.

👀 A peek at the key Hermanus dates in 2026

It’s going to be another exciting year ahead for locals and visitors with a lot to look forward to.

Here are some key events and dates for you to mark up in your calendar for the new year:

In terms of school terms, school and public holidays the following dates are key to your planning:

🗓️ This week in Hermanus

Notable Events:

The Usuals

Mikro Coffee 6am Run Friday Run Club
🗓 Every Friday · 06:00
📍 Mikro Coffee, Aberdeen Street
Join us every Friday at 6am for a relaxed 5KM fun run

Hermanus Country Market
🗓 Every Saturday · 09:00 – 14:00
📍 Hermanus Cricket Club
Artisan stalls, live music, great food, fresh produce, local crafts and a warm, family-friendly vibe - a staple Saturday tradition for both locals and visitors.

Saturday | Hermanus ParkRun 🏃
🗓 Every Saturday · 08:00
📍 Hermanus Forest, Camphill Road, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Start your weekend with a scenic 5km trail run (or walk). Free to join - just register online at parkrun.co.za

🌤️ Weather Forecast for Hermanus

Hermanus settles into the heart of Summer this week, with warm days building steadily and a few mood shifts along the way - from clear, sunlit mornings to cloudier interludes and the occasional refreshing shower. It’s classic January weather: energetic without being demanding, perfect for balancing beach time, errands, and those slower moments when the bay does most of the talking.



Thursday 8 January
Warm and partly cloudy, with a calm start giving way to a breezier afternoon. An easy, open-air kind of day. 🌤️
25°C / 19°C Winds 12 / 3 m/s Rain 0.2 mm

Friday 9 January
Slightly cooler with more cloud cover throughout the day. Comfortable and relaxed, with just enough movement in the air. ☁️
23°C / 17°C Winds 12 / 2 m/s

Saturday 10 January
Hotter and more energetic, with stronger winds pushing through. A high-summer Saturday that calls for shade, swims, and late afternoons. ☀️
29°C / 18°C Winds 12 / 9 m/s

Sunday 11 January
Still warm, but softened by passing clouds and lighter winds. A mellow Sunday with plenty of room to breathe. 🌤️
28°C / 19°C Winds 8 / 5 m/s

Monday 12 January
Warm and slightly humid, with a chance of light showers drifting through. A gentle reset to the week. 🌦️
25°C / 20°C Winds 6 / 2 m/s Rain 0.7 mm

Tuesday 13 January
Milder and mostly cloudy, with brief, scattered showers possible. A quieter summer rhythm settles in. 🌦️
22°C / 20°C Winds 5 / 1 m/s Rain 0.5 mm

Wednesday 14 January
Comfortable and partly cloudy, with more noticeable rain at times. A soft, reflective midweek pause. 🌧️
23°C / 17°C Winds 6 / 2 m/s Rain 2.9 mm

The days ahead offer a balanced mix of warmth, breeze, and passing rain - Summer in Hermanus doing what it does best. A week that moves at its own pace, leaving plenty of space to dip in and out of the outdoors as the mood takes you.

Spotted in the Overberg: Photo of the Week

Each week, we feature one special snap submitted by someone who calls this place home. From misty morning walks to playful pups on the beach - we want to see what you see.

And here’s the perk: every featured photographer gets a free flat white on us - in partnership with Molo Coffee. So send in your best shot to [email protected], and you might just sip your way to local fame.

Langbaai at sunset

That’s a wrap for this week’s Scoop!

We’ll catch you next week with a properly packed regular Scoop!

- The Hermanus Scoop Team 🐋

P.S. Want to be featured in the Scoop? Drop us a mail at [email protected] - we’d love to hear from you.

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