Johannesberg Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Johannesberg. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C (41°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in July to -1°C (30°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Johannesberg has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 881 mm (35 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Johannesberg enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 91 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation, while in April, Johannesberg receives about 60 mm (2.4 in). For more details, please visit our Johannesberg Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Johannesberg can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Johannesberg.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 88%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year