Pretoria weather in February (Gauteng, South Africa)

Curious about the February weather in Pretoria? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In February, Pretoria generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 18°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Pretoria in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

The city usually sees around 233 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Pretoria. 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 February

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 107 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 62%  

Sunshine 233 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in South Africa in February

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in February and which places have the best weather 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 Pretoria in February?

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 in February.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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