Pretoria weather in April (Gauteng, South Africa)

Planning a trip to Pretoria in April? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Pretoria the weather in April is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 26°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.

Pretoria in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 42 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 7 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 243 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Pretoria, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 23%  

Precipitation 42 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 62%  

Sunshine 243 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

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 Pretoria 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.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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