2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Johannesburg in September

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

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Climate Overview

September is an excellent time to visit Johannesburg. Johannesburg has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 24°C, lows of 9°C, and approximately 3 rainy days per month.

Avg High

24°C

Avg Low

9°C

Rainy days

3days

Daylight

11.9h

Is September a good time to visit Johannesburg?

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

Daylight

Sunrise

6:07 AM

Sunset

6:02 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 September

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 September a good time to visit Johannesburg? +

September is typically Excellent for visiting Johannesburg, with average highs of 24°C and around 3 rainy days.

What should I pack for Johannesburg in September? +

With highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Johannesburg in September? +

Johannesburg typically sees around 3 rainy days in September.

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

In September, Johannesburg gets approximately 11.9 hours of daylight per day.

Is September peak season in Johannesburg? +

Yes, September 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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