When planning a visit to the Karoo in South Africa, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 19°C (66°F) in July up to 30°C (86°F) during the peak of February. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Oudtshoorn, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In the Karoo, during the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 27°C (81°F).
January and February are generally the hottest months of the year.
When it comes to rainfall, the Karoo maintains fairly consistent rainfall patterns throughout the year, with November seeing 51 mm (2 in) and June receiving 27 mm (1.1 in).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for December, when daylight hours are at their peak.
