Best Time to Visit Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Pretoria is at its sunniest and driest in April–September.
The best time to visit Pretoria for sunny, dry weather is April–May and August–September — 4 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 11.9°C / 53.4°F in June to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in January, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in (July) to 124 mm / 4.9 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Pretoria'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 | 18.4°C65.1°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 15°C59°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 14.9°C58.8°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18.7°C65.7°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Pretoria?
The best time to visit Pretoria for sunny, dry weather is April, May, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 22.7°C / 72.9°F, and the driest is July with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Pretoria's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Pretoria?
The rainy season at Pretoria, Gauteng runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 68 mm / 2.7 in. The wettest single month is January (124 mm / 4.9 in).
What is the driest month in Pretoria?
The driest month in Pretoria is July, averaging about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 12.1°C / 53.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Pretoria?
The least comfortable months for travel to Pretoria — 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 124 mm / 4.9 in in January, and the coldest month averages 11.9°C / 53.4°F.
Is Pretoria climate different from South Africa overall?
Yes, usually. Our Pretoria 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 Pretoria specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.