🇿🇦 Johannesburg vs Juba 🇸🇸

Johannesburg, South Africa vs Juba, South Sudan — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Juba is the warmer of the two — about 11 degrees warmer on average across the year. Johannesburg is drier, with roughly 44 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇿🇦 Johannesburg🇸🇸 Juba
Avg annual high23°C34°C
Hottest monthOctober (26°C)February (38°C)
Coldest monthJuly (4°C low)August (22°C low)
Rainy days / year150194
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMay, August, SeptemberJanuary, February, December

🇿🇦 Johannesburg

Best around May, August, September. Hottest in October (26°C), coldest lows in July (4°C).

🇸🇸 Juba

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in February (38°C), coldest lows in August (22°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Johannesburg or Juba warmer?

Juba is warmer overall, averaging about 11 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Johannesburg or Juba?

Juba is rainier — Johannesburg sees about 44 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Johannesburg vs Juba?

Johannesburg is best around May, August, September; Juba is best around January, February, December.

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