Karoo Weather in November

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

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Oudtshoorn Montagu Beaufort West Calitzdorp

Are you planning a trip a to the Karoo, South Africa in November and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Karoo in November

The Karoo, South Africa is a region in South Africa. November 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 25°C (77°F) in Sutherland to 30°C (86°F) in Merweville. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Merweville and 10°C (50°F) in Sutherland.

For specific regional insights in the Karoo, South Africa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sutherland with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Oudtshoorn with 52 mm (2 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Oudtshoorn.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this November. For example, Oudtshoorn gets approximately 225 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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 November

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 November for some of the most popular destinations in the Karoo, South Africa?

Temperature range in the Karoo (November)

Precipitation variation in the Karoo (November)

Oudtshoorn

In November Oudtshoorn generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
225 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
52 mm (2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Oudtshoorn →

Montagu

In November Montagu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Montagu →

Beaufort West

In November Beaufort West generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
321 hours
347 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Beaufort West →

Calitzdorp

In November Calitzdorp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Calitzdorp →

Ladismith

In November Ladismith generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Ladismith →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Karoo, in South Africa.

In our records: South Africa November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in South Africa in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest November night in South Africa dropped to -46°C (-51°F) in Hoedspruit on November 1, 2017.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oudtshoorn 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Montagu 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Beaufort West 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Calitzdorp 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Ladismith 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Barrydale 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

The Karoo weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

the Karoo, South Africa typically experiences excellent weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Oudtshoorn average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

Oudtshoorn averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Karoo, South Africa during November, with Oudtshoorn averaging close to 52 mm (2 in).

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

We believe that November is one of the best times to visit the Karoo, South Africa with overall excellent weather in Oudtshoorn.

On average, the best time to visit the Karoo, South Africa is in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Oudtshoorn. In contrast, January and February tend to have good weather conditions.

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