Best Time to Visit Pretoria
Best time: Sep, Aug, May, Apr.
Jan is warmest (28.7°C high); Jan is rainiest (133 mm).
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Pretoria weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28.7 | 16.8 | 133 | 10.7 |
| Feb | 28.3 | 16.5 | 94 | 10.2 |
| Mar | 27.3 | 15.1 | 87 | 9.1 |
| Apr | 25.2 | 11.5 | 46 | 7.9 |
| May | 22.7 | 7.1 | 13 | 7.1 |
| Jun | 20 | 3.6 | 6 | 6.5 |
| Jul | 20.4 | 3.7 | 3 | 6.8 |
| Aug | 23.2 | 6.6 | 6 | 8.2 |
| Sep | 26.6 | 11 | 20 | 9.6 |
| Oct | 27.4 | 13.5 | 71 | 10.3 |
| Nov | 27.6 | 14.8 | 106 | 10.8 |
| Dec | 28.3 | 16 | 117 | 11.1 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepAugMayApr
Beaches: SepAugMayApr
Hiking: AugJulJunSep
Sightseeing: AugSepMayJul
Pretoria quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Pretoria?
Sep, Aug, May, Apr.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 133 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 28.7°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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