Best Time to Visit Johannesburg
The best months to visit Johannesburg are May, Jul, Aug. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: May, Jul, Aug
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Johannesburg. Expect highs of 20°C to 17°C to 21°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
January
26°C high
Coldest Month
July
4°C low
Driest Month
July
1 rain days
Wettest Month
December
20 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 26°C / Low: 15°C
12 rain days
February
High: 25°C / Low: 15°C
20 rain days
March
High: 25°C / Low: 14°C
12 rain days
April
High: 21°C / Low: 11°C
8 rain days
May
High: 20°C / Low: 8°C
4 rain days
June
High: 17°C / Low: 5°C
2 rain days
July
High: 17°C / Low: 4°C
1 rain days
August
High: 21°C / Low: 7°C
1 rain days
September
High: 25°C / Low: 11°C
6 rain days
October
High: 25°C / Low: 12°C
9 rain days
November
High: 25°C / Low: 14°C
16 rain days
December
High: 26°C / Low: 15°C
20 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Johannesburg
Peak Season
May, July, August
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
April, June, September
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, October, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 26°C | 15°C | 12 | Off Season |
February | 25°C | 15°C | 20 | Off Season |
March | 25°C | 14°C | 12 | Off Season |
April | 21°C | 11°C | 8 | Shoulder Season |
May★ | 20°C | 8°C | 4 | Peak Season |
June | 17°C | 5°C | 2 | Shoulder Season |
July★ | 17°C | 4°C | 1 | Peak Season |
August★ | 21°C | 7°C | 1 | Peak Season |
September | 25°C | 11°C | 6 | Shoulder Season |
October | 25°C | 12°C | 9 | Off Season |
November | 25°C | 14°C | 16 | Off Season |
December | 26°C | 15°C | 20 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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Day Trip from Johannesburg: Scenic Excursion
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Johannesburg Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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