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Johannesburg

Apartheid history, gold mining heritage, and cultural diversity

Best time: Mar-May, Sep-Nov · Typical stay: 3–7 days

Monthly overview

Each month classified using local weather, crowds, and prices.

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Feb
Mar
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Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasons

Mar-May

10-24°C

Perfect weather, autumn colors, comfortable exploring, fewer crowds

Crowds: moderatePrice: moderate

Sep-Nov

12-26°C

Jacaranda trees blooming (Oct-Nov), pleasant temps, spring energy

Crowds: moderatePrice: moderate

Dec-Feb

15-28°C

Hot with afternoon thunderstorms, locals on holiday, quiet city

Crowds: lowPrice: low

Jun-Aug

4-18°C

Cold dry days, clear skies, best for nearby safari excursions

Crowds: moderatePrice: moderate

Top experiences

  • Apartheid Museum — Comprehensive history of apartheid
  • Soweto Township Tour — Visit Mandela House and Vilakazi Street
  • Constitution Hill — Former prison now constitutional court
  • Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves — UNESCO World Heritage fossil sites
  • Maboneng Precinct Art Walk — Trendy arts district with galleries