Best Time to Visit Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa
Polokwane is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Polokwane for sunny, dry weather is April–May and August–October — 5 months 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 12.3°C / 54.1°F in June to 22.3°C / 72.1°F in January, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (July) to 112 mm / 4.4 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Polokwane'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 18.2°C64.8°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 15.2°C59.4°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 14.6°C58.3°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18°C64.4°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 19.7°C67.5°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Polokwane?
The best time to visit Polokwane for sunny, dry weather is April, May, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 22.3°C / 72.1°F, and the driest is July with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Polokwane's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Polokwane?
The rainy season at Polokwane, Limpopo runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 50 mm / 2 in. The wettest single month is January (112 mm / 4.4 in).
What is the driest month in Polokwane?
The driest month in Polokwane is July, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 12.3°C / 54.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Polokwane?
The least comfortable months for travel to Polokwane — 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 112 mm / 4.4 in in January, and the coldest month averages 12.3°C / 54.1°F.
Is Polokwane climate different from South Africa overall?
Yes, usually. Our Polokwane 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 Polokwane specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.