Best Time to Visit Soweto
Best time: Sep, Apr, Aug, Oct.
Jan is warmest (27°C high); Jan is rainiest (125 mm).
Soweto weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27 | 14.9 | 125 | 11 |
| Feb | 26.4 | 14.2 | 93 | 10.4 |
| Mar | 25.1 | 12.4 | 87 | 9.1 |
| Apr | 22.6 | 8.3 | 46 | 8 |
| May | 20 | 3.5 | 14 | 7 |
| Jun | 17.1 | -0.1 | 6 | 6.4 |
| Jul | 17.4 | -0.1 | 4 | 6.8 |
| Aug | 20.2 | 2.9 | 7 | 8.1 |
| Sep | 23.7 | 7.8 | 26 | 9.5 |
| Oct | 24.9 | 10.9 | 71 | 10.5 |
| Nov | 25.6 | 12.7 | 99 | 11.1 |
| Dec | 26.5 | 14 | 114 | 11.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepAprAugOct
Beaches: SepAugJulJun
Hiking: AugMayJulSep
Sightseeing: SepAugMayApr
Soweto quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Soweto?
Sep, Apr, Aug, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 125 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 27°C.
Where to stay
Book Soweto hotels · Soweto tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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