Travel Planning
🇿🇦 South Africa

Best Time to Visit Johannesburg

Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Johannesburg, South Africa.

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Best Months to Visit

Rank Month Avg Temp Precip Comfort
#1 November 19.0°C 87mm 94
#2 October 18.6°C 41mm 93
#3 March 18.0°C 71mm 92
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12-Month Comfort Guide

Jan 92 Feb 87 Mar 92 Apr 87 May 82 Jun 76 Jul 76 Aug 82 Sep 90 Oct 93 Nov 94 Dec 89
Best Shoulder Avoid
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Seasonal Overview

Spring
18.2°C · 47mm/mo

Spring is mild and relatively dry.

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Summer
19.6°C · 120mm/mo

Summer is mild and wet.

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Autumn
15.4°C · 47mm/mo

Autumn is mild and relatively dry.

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Winter
11.0°C · 5mm/mo

Winter is cool and relatively dry.

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Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the best month to visit Johannesburg?
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By comfort score, November is the best month to visit Johannesburg (score: 94). Expect average temperatures of 19.0°C and 87mm of precipitation.

02 When does it rain most in Johannesburg?
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July sees the heaviest rainfall in Johannesburg (4mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.

03 What is Johannesburg like in summer?
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Summer in Johannesburg averages 19.6°C with 120mm of rain per month. It remains relatively cool.

04 What is Johannesburg like in winter?
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Winter averages 11.0°C with 5mm per month. A light jacket should suffice.

05 What should I pack for Johannesburg?
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Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.

06 What is the peak tourist season in Johannesburg?
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Peak season falls in November, October, March. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in January, September, December.

Sources
Open-Meteo
Updated
2026-01-01