Johannesburg weather in September (Gauteng, South Africa)

Planning a trip to Johannesburg in September? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Johannesburg the weather in September is generally perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Johannesburg in September usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 24 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 3 days.

The city usually sees around 281 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, September is a prime time to visit Johannesburg. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Johannesburg, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 24 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 47%  
SunshineSunshine 281 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 80%  

Where to go in South Africa in September

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in September and which places have the best weather 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 Johannesburg in September?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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