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Kruger National Park Climate by Month

The climate of the national Kruger park is subtropical. There is a rainy and dry season which means summers are very wet, winters extremely dry. The chance of rain in the winter months is very small and the sun shines almost constant during this period. The temperature differences between winter and summer are not big during the day, but at night there are reasonable differences. In winter it can really cool down at night.

The best time to go to Kruger Park is in the dry winter. Due to the drought, the vegetation is less dense and high, which makes it easier to spot animals. In addition, the temperatures are more pleasant for humans and animals, which translates into more wildlife activity which is especially noticeable in the morning.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Kruger National Park experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C in November. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 26°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 13°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Kruger National Park receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 513 mm annually. Kruger National Park can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 113 mm of precipitation over 8 rainy days.

In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 5.7 mm of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.

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

The best time of year to visit Kruger National Park in South Africa

The best time to visit is during the drier months: March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Kruger National Park have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October are very dry.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kruger National Park?
    January tops the wettest month list with 113 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kruger National Park?
    August is the driest month with 6 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Kruger National Park

    Thu   Dec 12
    44°C | 26°C
    E 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    46°C | 27°C
    SE 11 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    34°C | 25°C
    SE 32 km/h
    0.7 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder