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Temperature in South Africa in October

October in South Africa has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Kommetjie with 18°C to very high temperatures in Kruger National Park with 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C in Kruger National Park and 15°C in Kommetjie.

What is the temperature of the different cities in South Africa in October?

To get a sense of October's typical temperatures in the key spots of South Africa, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in October in South Africa?
  • From a thorough analysis of our records, Kruger National Park clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 33°C, and evenings that remain near 20°C.

  • What is the coldest city in October in South Africa?
  • The coldest city in October in South Africa is Kommetjie when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 18°C and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 15°C.

  • How much sun does South Africa get in October?
  • Cape Town enjoys close to 278 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in October?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 21°C in East London this month, a rehreshing temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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