Johannesburg weather in Main- (Gauteng, South Africa)

What weather conditions can you expect in Johannesburg this Main-? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, Main- in Johannesburg includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 16°C. This month features high temperatures, marking it as the warmest. Prepare with summer clothes and essentials to enjoy the sun to the fullest.

Precipitation

Johannesburg in Main- usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. This month experiences about 14 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 250 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, Main- may not be the ideal month to visit Johannesburg. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Johannesburg, monthly averages in Main-

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 133 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 69%  

Sunshine 250 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 62%  

Where to go in South Africa in Main-

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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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