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South Africa Weather in November

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

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Planning a trip to South Africa this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in South Africa in November

South Africa has a wide variety of climate types. During November, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Kommetjie at 19°C (66°F) to very warm in Askham at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Askham and 16°C (61°F) in Kommetjie.

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

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kotzeshoop with an average of 3.3 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Bonjaneni with 236 mm (9.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this November. For example, Cape Town gets approximately 310 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore South Africa by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South Africa — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cape Town)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April22°C (72°F) May20°C (68°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October20°C (68°F) November22°C (72°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in South Africa in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across South Africa.

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 November for some of the most popular destinations in South Africa?

Temperature range in South Africa (November)

Precipitation variation in South Africa (November)

Cape Town

In November Cape Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
310 hours
334 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cape Town →

Johannesburg

In November Johannesburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
249 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Johannesburg →

Durban

In November Durban generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
168 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Durban →

Knysna

In November Knysna generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
320 hours
345 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Knysna →

Stellenbosch

In November Stellenbosch generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
310 hours
334 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Stellenbosch →

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In our records: South Africa November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in South Africa in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest November night in South Africa dropped to -46°C (-51°F) in Hoedspruit on November 1, 2017.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cape Town 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Johannesburg 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Durban 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Gqeberha 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Bloemfontein 30°C (86°F) 15°C (59°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Mbombela 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)

South Africa weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Africa in November?

South Africa typically experiences perfect weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cape Town average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in South Africa in November?

Daytime temperatures in Cape Town peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in November, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does South Africa get a lot of rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in South Africa during November, with Cape Town averaging close to 37 mm (1.5 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit South Africa?

We believe that November is one of the best times to visit South Africa with overall perfect weather in Cape Town.

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. In contrast, July tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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