Best Time to Visit Johannesburg
Best time: Sep, Aug, Oct, May.
Jan is warmest (25.4°C high); Jan is rainiest (145 mm).
Johannesburg weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 25.4 | 14.2 | 145 | 10.7 |
| Feb | 24.9 | 13.6 | 102 | 10.1 |
| Mar | 23.9 | 12.3 | 98 | 9 |
| Apr | 21.7 | 8.8 | 53 | 7.9 |
| May | 19.3 | 5 | 14 | 7 |
| Jun | 16.6 | 1.7 | 7 | 6.4 |
| Jul | 16.8 | 1.7 | 4 | 6.7 |
| Aug | 19.2 | 4.2 | 8 | 8.1 |
| Sep | 22.4 | 8.3 | 30 | 9.4 |
| Oct | 23.4 | 10.6 | 72 | 10.3 |
| Nov | 24 | 12.1 | 115 | 10.9 |
| Dec | 24.9 | 13.3 | 124 | 11.1 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepAugOctMay
Beaches: SepAugJulJun
Hiking: AugJulMayJun
Sightseeing: SepAugMayApr
Johannesburg quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?
Sep, Aug, Oct, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 145 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 25.4°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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