Region in Mpumalanga, South Africa
Kruger National Park weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kruger National Park
May–Sep is dry, cool and best for game viewing as animals gather at water. Oct–Apr is hot, wet and greener, with births but denser bush and malaria risk.
Kruger National Park weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°122 mm
- Feb32°85 mm
- Mar31°84 mm
- Apr28°48 mm
- May27°13 mm
- Jun25°8 mm
- Jul24°8 mm
- Aug27°8 mm
- Sep30°18 mm
- Oct31°46 mm
- Nov32°84 mm
- Dec32°111 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C89°F | 19°C66°F | 122 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| February | 32°C89°F | 19°C66°F | 85 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| March | 31°C87°F | 18°C65°F | 84 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| April | 28°C83°F | 16°C61°F | 48 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C80°F | 13°C55°F | 13 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| June | 25°C76°F | 11°C51°F | 8 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C76°F | 10°C50°F | 8 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| August | 27°C81°F | 12°C54°F | 8 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C86°F | 14°C58°F | 18 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| October | 31°C88°F | 16°C61°F | 46 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| November | 32°C89°F | 18°C64°F | 84 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| December | 32°C90°F | 19°C66°F | 111 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
Best months across South Africa
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | Nov–Mar | Feb (22°C) |
| Johannesburg | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jan (27°C) |
| Kruger National Park | May–Sep | Dec (32°C) |
| Durban | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
| Stellenbosch | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (28°C) |
| Pretoria | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Hermanus | Aug–Nov | Feb (26°C) |
| Knysna | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Plettenberg Bay | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Port Elizabeth | Nov–Mar | Feb (25°C) |
| Franschhoek | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (30°C) |
| Umhlanga | May–Sep | Feb (28°C) |
| Jeffreys Bay | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Kruger National Park?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry, cool and best for game viewing as animals gather at water. Oct–Apr is hot, wet and greener, with births but denser bush and malaria risk.
When is the rainy season in Kruger National Park?
Rain peaks in January with about 122 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Kruger National Park?
December, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Kruger National Park get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 10°C (50°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- South African National Parks, Kruger
- Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
- Airlink
- Skukuza Rest Camp, SANParks
- Mediclinic South Africa
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.