South Africa

South Africa Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South Africa in February.

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Considering a trip to South Africa this February and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in South Africa in February

In February, South Africa experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Paternoster at 21°C (70°F) to very hot in Augrabies at 36°C (97°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Augrabies and 17°C (63°F) in Paternoster. On average, February is the warmest month of the year in South Africa. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in South Africa in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Port Nolloth with an average of 5.4 mm (0.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Bonjaneni with 328 mm (13 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Cape Town usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

February brings good sunshine to many areas. Cape Town sees around 297 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in South Africa in February

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in South Africa

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in South Africa?

Temperature range in South Africa (February)

Precipitation variation in South Africa (February)

Cape Town

In February Cape Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
338 hours
297 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cape Town →

Johannesburg

In February Johannesburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
225 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Johannesburg →

Durban

In February Durban generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
179 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Durban →

Knysna

In February Knysna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
300 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Knysna →

Stellenbosch

In February Stellenbosch generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
338 hours
297 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Stellenbosch →

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in South Africa in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cape Town 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Johannesburg 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Durban 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Gqeberha 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Bloemfontein 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Mbombela 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)

South Africa weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Africa in February?

February in South Africa brings perfect weather. In Cape Town, daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in South Africa in February?

In Cape Town, the average daytime high in February is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 18°C (64°F).

Does South Africa get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in South Africa during February, with Cape Town averaging close to 19 mm (0.7 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit South Africa?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to South Africa. Typically, the climate in Cape Town is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit South Africa is in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Cape Town. The weather in July, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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