When to Visit Pretoria

brings Pretoria's wettest weather with 4.7 inches of rainfall, typically as dramatic afternoon storms. At 29°C (84°F) high and 18°C (64°F) low, it's hot and humid - expect steamy mornings that build to thunderous afternoons.

mirrors January's temperatures but with slightly less rain (4.3 inches). The jacaranda trees are still green, and the humidity feels thick by mid-morning.

offers relief from summer's intensity, dropping to 27°C (81°F) with 3.2 inches of rain. Mornings turn cooler at 16°C (61°F), and you'll notice locals switching to light jackets. It's one of the more pleasant months weather-wise.

might be Pretoria's sweet spot - 25°C (77°F) days, 13°C (55°F) nights, and only 1.3 inches of rain. The jacarandas start their purple bloom late month, creating that famous Pretoria postcard scene.

signals dry season with barely 0.6 inches of rain. Temperatures dip to 22°C (72°F) highs and 8°C (46°F) lows - you'll want a jacket for evening restaurant visits. The skies turn that impossible Highveld blue.

brings Pretoria's coolest weather at 20°C (69°F) days and 5°C (41°F) mornings. With just 0.2 inches of rain, it's reliably dry but you'll see your breath on early game drives to nearby reserves.

is peak winter - the coldest month at 20°C (68°F) with virtually no rainfall. Morning frost isn't uncommon, and Pretoria's many outdoor cafes set up gas heaters. Indoor attractions and shopping malls become surprisingly appealing.

starts warming to 23°C (74°F) with the same dry conditions. The first jacarandas begin blooming, and locals emerge from winter hibernation.

feels like spring should - 27°C (80°F) days returning, 12°C (53°F) nights, and 0.7 inches of rain starting the wet season. The purple jacaranda display hits full stride around University of Pretoria.

turns properly warm at 28°C (83°F) with 2.5 inches of rain arriving as afternoon storms. The city looks its best - purple blooms against green grass - though humidity builds through the month.

brings summer back at 28°C (83°F) with 3.9 inches of rain. Thunderstorms become more frequent, and the jacarandas drop their flowers, creating purple carpets underfoot.

returns to full summer mode - 28°C (83°F), 4.5 inches of rain, and that familiar afternoon storm pattern.