South Africa Climate: Monthly Temp & Rainfall Chart

The climate conditions in South Africa ranges from desert and semi-desert in the north west of the country to sub-tropical on the eastern coastline. The overall conditions of the country has warm, sunny days and cool nights.

The rainy season for most of the country is in the summer which is November through to March. In in the Western Cape rainsfall comes in the winter which is May to August and in most of the Eastern Cape, it is distributed evenly throughout the year.

Best time to visit South Africa South Africa's climate is seasonal, getting quite cold in winter (May-August). It's pleasantly warm and sunny in spring and autumn, and often hot in summer (November to March) with frequent rains to cool things down.

Even in winters the cold is nothing compared to what is experienced in Europe, with mild frost occasional, and snow a rarity. The rainiest months in Cape Town are May to August, and Johannesburg receives most of its rain in summer.

See YR weather for a detailed weather forecasts by town.

Temperatures and Rainfall Charts The following table provide an indication of temperatures and rainfall in selected areas of the country:

Kruger National Park

Pretoria

Cape Town