Capital city in Gauteng, South Africa
Pretoria weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Pretoria
Mar–May and Sep–Oct are mild and dry. Oct–Nov jacarandas bloom purple. Nov–Mar brings hot afternoon storms; Jun–Aug nights are cold.
Pretoria weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°115 mm
- Feb30°75 mm
- Mar29°66 mm
- Apr26°38 mm
- May23°12 mm
- Jun20°5 mm
- Jul20°2 mm
- Aug24°5 mm
- Sep28°13 mm
- Oct30°48 mm
- Nov30°79 mm
- Dec30°112 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C86°F | 17°C62°F | 115 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C86°F | 16°C61°F | 75 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C83°F | 15°C58°F | 66 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C78°F | 11°C52°F | 38 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C74°F | 7°C45°F | 12 mm | 50% | Pleasant |
| June | 20°C68°F | 4°C39°F | 5 mm | 50% | Pleasant |
| July | 20°C68°F | 3°C38°F | 2 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C75°F | 6°C43°F | 5 mm | 39% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C83°F | 10°C50°F | 13 mm | 35% | Pleasant |
| October | 30°C86°F | 13°C56°F | 48 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C87°F | 15°C59°F | 79 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C87°F | 16°C62°F | 112 mm | 58% | 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 Pretoria?
Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Mar–May and Sep–Oct are mild and dry. Oct–Nov jacarandas bloom purple. Nov–Mar brings hot afternoon storms; Jun–Aug nights are cold.
When is the rainy season in Pretoria?
Rain peaks in January with about 115 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Pretoria?
November, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Pretoria get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 3°C (38°F).
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Sources
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 0.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.