November weather forecast
South Africa

November in South Africa marks the transition from spring to summer, resulting in higher temperatures and increased rainfall in most parts of the country. Inland areas, including Johannesburg and Pretoria, typically experience temperatures ranging between 15°C (59°F) to 28°C (82.4°F). Coastal cities such as Cape Town and Durban follow a similar warming trend, with temperatures varying from 15°C (59°F) to 26°C (78.8°F).

In terms of rainfall, November witnesses further changes. Johannesburg, situated in the Highveld, experiences an increase in precipitation to approximately 100mm (3.94"), marking the height of the summer rainy season. Conversely, the Western Cape maintains its dry season, with rainfall averaging 20mm (0.79").

Comparing November to October, the shift from spring to summer becomes apparent with warmer temperatures and an increase in rainfall in the summer rainfall regions. These conditions continue into December, with temperatures peaking and the summer rainy season persisting.

The weather in November lends itself to a variety of outdoor activities. While the rains bring life to the landscapes, creating perfect conditions for hiking and sightseeing, the warmer temperatures make it an ideal time for beach visits, particularly in the coastal regions. Wildlife viewing remains rewarding, with the newborn animals of October now more visible and active.

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• Johannesburg - November »
  Johannesburg ushers in November with an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.2°C (75.6°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. During November, the nighttime temperature in Johannesburg averages of 12.7°C (54.9°F).
• Cape Town - November »
  On the first day of November sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 19:14. On the first day of November in Cape Town, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 19:14.
• Pretoria - November »
  On the last day of November, in Pretoria, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:44 SAST. On the first day of November in Pretoria, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:23.
• Durban - November »
  On the first day of November in Durban sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 18:18. In Durban, in November, during 20.6 rainfall days, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Port Elizabeth - November »
  Port Elizabeth experiences an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 22°C (71.6°F) in November, marking an insignificant shift from 21°C (69.8°F) in October. The average sunshine duration in November in Port Elizabeth is 9.8h.
• Bloemfontein - November »
  On the first day of November in Bloemfontein sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:36. In Bloemfontein in November, during 6.6 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Nelspruit - November »
  On the first day of November in Nelspruit sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 18:12. In Nelspruit, South Africa, in November, during 17.3 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kimberley - November »
  In Kimberley, South Africa, during November, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kimberley.
• Polokwane - November »
  Moving into November, Polokwane sees a surge in precipitation compared to October, totalling 85mm (3.35") over eight days, making it one of the wettest months. The month with the most rainfall in Polokwane is November, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 85mm (3.35") of precipitation.
• Pietermaritzburg - November »
  January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Pietermaritzburg. In Pietermaritzburg, in November, during 15 rainfall days, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• East London - November »
  On the first day of November in East London sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:35. November has the most sunshine of the year in East London with an average of 8.7h of sunshine.
• Rustenburg - November »
  In Rustenburg in November, during 14.8 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of November in Rustenburg, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:27.