Johannesburg
A city that has turned its mining-boom history and its apartheid history into two of the most honest museums on the continent, a nightlife scene with more energy than its reputation suggests, and Soweto tours that go well beyond a drive-by.
The best time to visit Johannesburg is Mar–May, Sep–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (78°F). Local time there is 13:18 (UTC+2).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
March · high 76°F · rain 1.4in · 12.3h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C78°F | 108mm4.3in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| February | 25°C76°F | 108mm4.3in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| March | 24°C76°F | 35mm1.4in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| April | 22°C71°F | 70mm2.8in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| May | 20°C68°F | 16mm0.6in | 10.9h10.9h | in the recommended window |
| June | 17°C63°F | 9mm0.4in | 10.5h10.5h | |
| July | 17°C63°F | 1mm0.0in | 10.6h10.6h | |
| August | 21°C69°F | 3mm0.1in | 11.2h11.2h | |
| September | 25°C77°F | 8mm0.3in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| October | 26°C79°F | 49mm1.9in | 12.8h12.8h | in the recommended window |
| November | 26°C78°F | 84mm3.3in | 13.4h13.4h | in the recommended window |
| December | 25°C76°F | 131mm5.2in | 13.8h13.8h |
Good to know
- Currency
- ZAR · rand
- Language
- English, Afrikaans, Southern Ndebele, and more
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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