the Drakensberg region is one of several regions in South Africa, with temperatures that range from 17°C (63°F) in July to 24°C (75°F) during the peak of February. We've based our full climate overview on data from Underberg, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The weather in the Drakensberg region during January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 24°C (75°F).
When it comes to rainfall, the Drakensberg region sees significant variations throughout the year. January tends to be the wettest, receiving 250 mm (9.8 in) of rain, while June is much drier with just 19 mm (0.7 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during January, February and December, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 224 mm (8.8 in) to 250 mm (9.8 in) monthly. Rainfall in June is at its lowest, remaining under 19 mm (0.7 in).
