Karoo Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Karoo, South Africa in April.

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Oudtshoorn Montagu Beaufort West Calitzdorp

Considering a trip to the Karoo, South Africa this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Karoo in April

The Karoo, South Africa is a region in South Africa. April in the Karoo generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Sutherland to 26°C (79°F) in Merweville. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Merweville and 9°C (48°F) in Sutherland.

For a closer look at conditions across the Karoo, South Africa, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Merweville with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Barrydale with 45 mm (1.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Oudtshoorn enjoys approximately 201 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Karoo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Karoo — and find the best time to visit. (based on Oudtshoorn)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March29°C (84°F) April26°C (79°F) May23°C (73°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August20°C (68°F) September22°C (72°F) October25°C (77°F) November27°C (81°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Karoo in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Karoo.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Karoo

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Karoo, South Africa?

Temperature range in the Karoo (April)

Precipitation variation in the Karoo (April)

Oudtshoorn

In April Oudtshoorn generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
201 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Oudtshoorn →

Montagu

In April Montagu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Montagu →

Beaufort West

In April Beaufort West generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
246 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Beaufort West →

Calitzdorp

In April Calitzdorp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Ladismith

In April Ladismith generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Karoo, in South Africa.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Karoo in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oudtshoorn 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Montagu 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Beaufort West 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Calitzdorp 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Ladismith 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Barrydale 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

The Karoo weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Karoo, South Africa in April?

April in the Karoo, South Africa brings perfect weather. In Oudtshoorn, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in the Karoo, South Africa in April?

In Oudtshoorn, the average daytime high in April is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does the Karoo, South Africa get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Oudtshoorn averages just 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for the Karoo, South Africa.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Karoo, South Africa?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to the Karoo, South Africa. Typically, the climate in Oudtshoorn is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Oudtshoorn. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be tolerable.

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