2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Johannesburg in August

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

August is an excellent time to visit Johannesburg. Johannesburg has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 19°C, lows of 5°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.

Avg High

19°C

Avg Low

5°C

Rainy days

0days

Daylight

11.2h

Is August a good time to visit Johannesburg?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:38 AM

Sunset

5:49 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 26°C 15°C 13 Wet
February 25°C 14°C 10 Good
March 23°C 12°C 11 Good
April 20°C 10°C 9 Good
May 20°C 6°C 0 Excellent (best)
June 16°C 3°C 2 Excellent (best)
July 17°C 3°C 0 Excellent (best)
August 19°C 5°C 0 Excellent (best)
September 24°C 9°C 3 Excellent (best)
October 26°C 13°C 8 Good
November 25°C 14°C 16 Wet
December 25°C 15°C 23 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Johannesburg? +

August is typically Excellent for visiting Johannesburg, with average highs of 19°C and around 0 rainy days.

What should I pack for Johannesburg in August? +

With highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Johannesburg in August? +

Johannesburg typically sees around 0 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Johannesburg in August? +

In August, Johannesburg gets approximately 11.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Johannesburg? +

Yes, August is peak season in Johannesburg. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Johannesburg? +

The best months to visit Johannesburg are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Africa/Johannesburg)

Last Updated: January 2026

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