Best time to visit Johannesburg

Q: When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

The best time to visit Johannesburg is January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Johannesburg?

The hottest time of year in Johannesburg is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Johannesburg?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Johannesburg with 135mm on average. There are normally 14 days in January with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Johannesburg?

The sunniest time of year in Johannesburg is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 87% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

The best time to visit Johannesburg is January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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Which is the hottest month in Johannesburg?

The hottest time of year in Johannesburg is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Johannesburg?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Johannesburg with 135mm on average. There are normally 14 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Johannesburg?

The sunniest time of year in Johannesburg is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 87% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.