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

What weather conditions can you expect in Kruger National Park this August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Kruger National Park during August to be perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 29°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 15°C.

Precipitation

Kruger National Park in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 5.7 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. Historically, the month has about a single day of rain.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase 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 August

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 4%  

Precipitation 5.7 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Where to go in South Africa in August

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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.

What To Do

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

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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