🇿🇦 Johannesburg vs Stellenbosch 🇿🇦

Johannesburg, South Africa vs Stellenbosch, South Africa — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Stellenbosch is drier, with roughly 63 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇿🇦 Johannesburg🇿🇦 Stellenbosch
Avg annual high23°C23°C
Hottest monthOctober (26°C)February (30°C)
Coldest monthJuly (4°C low)July (8°C low)
Rainy days / year15087
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMay, August, SeptemberApril, May, October

🇿🇦 Johannesburg

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

🇿🇦 Stellenbosch

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in February (30°C), coldest lows in July (8°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Johannesburg or Stellenbosch warmer?

Johannesburg and Stellenbosch have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Johannesburg or Stellenbosch?

Johannesburg is rainier — Stellenbosch sees about 63 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Johannesburg vs Stellenbosch?

Johannesburg is best around May, August, September; Stellenbosch is best around April, May, October.

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