Weather in Pretoria
What's the weather like in Pretoria?
Pretoria has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 28°C (82°F) in January to 19°C (67°F) in July, with overnight lows around 17°C (62°F) and 6°C (42°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Pretoria are January through September, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Coordinates
- -25.748, 28.229
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 62°F | 96 mm | 20 | — |
| February | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 62°F | 105 mm | 20 | — |
| March | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 85 mm | 17 | — |
| April | 24°C / 74°F | 12°C / 54°F | 41 mm | 12 | — |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 9°C / 49°F | 16 mm | 6 | — |
| June | 19°C / 67°F | 6°C / 43°F | 3 mm | 2 | — |
| July | 19°C / 67°F | 6°C / 42°F | 5 mm | 2 | — |
| August | 23°C / 73°F | 8°C / 47°F | 3 mm | 3 | — |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 12°C / 53°F | 13 mm | 5 | — |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 14°C / 57°F | 41 mm | 11 | — |
| November | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 77 mm | 18 | — |
| December | 28°C / 82°F | 16°C / 62°F | 115 mm | 20 | — |
Pretoria by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Pretoria?
The most comfortable months in Pretoria are usually May, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Pretoria?
October is typically the hottest month in Pretoria, averaging a high of 28°C (83°F).
What is the coldest month in Pretoria?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 6°C (42°F).
Does it snow in Pretoria?
Snow is rare in Pretoria; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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