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Johannesburg weather in February (Gauteng, South Africa)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Johannesburg during February? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In February, Johannesburg tends to experience high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 27°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 16°C. Expect high temperatures this month, marking it as the warmest of the year. Prepare with lightweight clothing and plenty of sunscreen to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Johannesburg in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. Expect around 11 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 225 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Johannesburg.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Johannesburg. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Johannesburg climate page with graphs.

 

Johannesburg, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 123 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 70%  
SunshineSunshine 225 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in South Africa in February

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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