City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, September, August
January, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
Good For
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The best time to visit Pretoria for a city trip is May, September, August, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Pretoria
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 69Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 121 |
February | 74Good Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 87 |
March | 84Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 75 |
April | 95Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 40 |
May | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 13 |
June | 80Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 5 |
July | 77Good Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 2 |
August | 97Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 5 |
September | 98Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 13 |
October | 89Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 63 |
November | 82Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 95 |
December | 71Good Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 129 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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