Johannesburg Weather in October
South Africa · October climate averages and travel tips
Avg high27°C (81°F)
Avg low11°C (51°F)
Rainfall55 mm (2.2 in)
RatingExcellent 9.8/10
In October, Johannesburg has average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 11°C (51°F). October is spring in South Africa. The month is fairly dry, with about 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain spread over 9 days. You get roughly 12.6 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is October a good time to visit Johannesburg?
Yes — October is one of the best months to visit Johannesburg. The weather rates excellent (9.8/10) on our comfort score.
October weather at a glance
| Average high | 27°C (81°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 11°C (51°F) |
| Daily mean | 18°C (65°F) |
| Rainfall | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 9 |
| Humidity | 48% |
| Cloud cover | 45% |
| Daylight | 12.6 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 7.6 hours/day |
| Wind | 10.5 km/h |
| vs September | 1°C warmer than September, with 39 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Johannesburg in October
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- a sweater for cool nights
- swimwear
Johannesburg weather in other months
Jan27°C / 14°C126 mmFairFeb27°C / 14°C82 mmGoodMar26°C / 12°C76 mmExcellentApr23°C / 9°C51 mmExcellentMay20°C / 5°C16 mmExcellentJun17°C / 2°C7 mmExcellentJul18°C / 2°C3 mmExcellentAug21°C / 4°C5 mmExcellentSep26°C / 8°C16 mmExcellentOct27°C / 11°C55 mmExcellentNov27°C / 12°C92 mmGoodDec27°C / 14°C125 mmFair
← SeptemberBest time to visit JohannesburgNovember →
Nearby in October
- Soweto28°C · 52 mm
- Pretoria31°C · 46 mm
- Gaborone34°C · 27 mm
- Mbabane27°C · 63 mm
- Maseru26°C · 57 mm
- Matola30°C · 60 mm
Where else is good in October? See where to go in October.