Worst time to visit Pretoria
Some months in Pretoria are clearly tougher for travel — extreme heat, cold, drenching rain, or peak storm season. Here's what to skip.
Months to avoid
| Month | Why |
|---|---|
| January | extremely wet (20 rain days) |
| February | extremely wet (20 rain days) |
| March | very wet (17 rain days) |
| November | extremely wet (18 rain days) |
| December | extremely wet (20 rain days) |
What to expect in the worst months
January. 20 rain days out of 31 means roughly 65% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
February. 20 rain days out of 28 means roughly 71% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
November. 18 rain days out of 30 means roughly 60% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
Better times to go
Better months: May (22°C, 6 rain days) · June (19°C, 2 rain days) · July (19°C, 2 rain days) · August (23°C, 3 rain days) · September (27°C, 5 rain days)
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Better in the same region in January
If you're set on Africa in January, these cities have more comfortable conditions in the same window:
If you still have to go — what to bring
- Wet: Real rain shell (not a "water-resistant" jacket), packable umbrella, dry-bag for electronics, quick-dry layers. Pre-book indoor museums and food halls.
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