Best Time to Visit Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg is at its sunniest and driest in September.
The best time to visit Johannesburg for sunny, dry weather is September — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 9.1°C / 48.4°F in June to 20°C / 68°F in January, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in (July) to 142 mm / 5.6 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Johannesburg's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| September | 15.4°C59.7°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?
The best time to visit Johannesburg for sunny, dry weather is September. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 20°C / 68°F, and the driest is July with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Johannesburg's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Johannesburg?
The rainy season at Johannesburg, Gauteng runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 71 mm / 2.8 in. The wettest single month is January (142 mm / 5.6 in).
What is the driest month in Johannesburg?
The driest month in Johannesburg is July, averaging about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 9.2°C / 48.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Johannesburg?
The least comfortable months for travel to Johannesburg — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, May, June, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 142 mm / 5.6 in in January, and the coldest month averages 9.1°C / 48.4°F.
Is Johannesburg climate different from South Africa overall?
Yes, usually. Our Johannesburg figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our South Africa figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Johannesburg specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.