Kruger National Park weather in April (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

Looking to travel to Kruger National Park in April? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Kruger National Park the weather in April is generally perfect, characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 19°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Kruger National Park in April usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 3 days of the month will see rainfall.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kruger National Park, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 21 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  

Where to go in South Africa in April

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

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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 Kruger National Park in April?

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 April.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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