South Africa in october: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in South Africa in october 2025
Below, check out the weather forecast for october for most popular cities in South Africa. These predictions are probabilities for october from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in october in Cape Town
perfect weather
Weather at 6am
63°F
Clear/Sunny
54% of time
21%
11%
10%
Weather at 12pm
72°F
Clear/Sunny
65% of time
15%
14%
5%
Weather at 6pm
63°F
Clear/Sunny
64% of time
18%
10%
5%
Weather at 3am
58°F
53%
22%
13%
8%
Where to go in South Africa in october?
Where to go in South Africa in october: destination map
Where to go in each region in october?
| Eastern Cape (Port Elizabeth (South Africa), East London, Coffee Bay...) | 70°F to 77°F | 2 à 8 days | 67°F to 74°F | good weather* |
| Free State (Bloemfontein, Harrismith, Welkom...) | 76°F to 85°F | 2 à 5 days | perfect weather* | |
| Gauteng (Johannesburg, Pretoria, Soweto...) | 83°F to 85°F | 4 à 5 days | good weather* | |
| KwaZulu-Natal (Durban, Richards Bay, Margate...) | 65°F to 81°F | 5 à 9 days | 74°F to 76°F | good weather |
| Limpopo (Parc Kruger, Polokwane, Marakele National Park...) | 83°F to 90°F | 1 à 4 days | perfect weather | |
| Mpumalanga (Nelspruit, Blyde River Canyon, Sabi Sands Reserve...) | 77°F to 92°F | 3 à 7 days | good weather* | |
| North West of South Africa (Mmabatho, Rustenburg, Pilanesberg National Park...) | 85°F to 90°F | 3 days | perfect weather | |
| Northern Cape (Kimberley, Upington, Port Nolloth...) | 72°F to 86°F | 0 à 2 days | 59°F to 61°F | perfect weather |
| Western Cape (Cape Town, George, Vredendal...) | 67°F to 76°F | 1 à 4 days | 61°F to 65°F | good weather* |
Where should you go in South Africa in october when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in South Africa in october ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.
The climatic conditions vary from one region to another due to the influence of the geographical configuration. While most localities have a pleasant climate throughout October in South Africa, the center of the territory, like Kimberly, takes advantage of the perfect combination of warmth and sunshine.
Johannesburg and Inland throughout October
All the localities in the interior enjoy a beautiful weather where the pleasant heat is often accompanied by a superb sunshine. However, some localities like Johannesburg often see stormy showers in the late afternoon and evening.
The East Coast throughout October
Precipitation is regaining momentum in October. However, the distribution of rainfall differs from one locality to another. Thus, in Durban, rain showers occur mostly at night while in Sodwana Bay, the mornings are rainy instead.
The East Coast throughout October
The rains are relatively low but compared to the climatic conditions of the rest of South Africa, the west coast is characterized by the mildness of the atmosphere - despite the presence of the sun.
The Southern Coast throughout October
Just as for the Atlantic coast, the mornings are cool on the southern coast. In fact, the maximum temperatures rarely exceed 22° C. However, the weather in South Africa throughout October is pleasant with beautiful sunshine.
Climate in South Africa in october
Climate in Cape Town in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Cape Town is 67°F (maximum temperature is 72°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate quite pleasant around this city in the month of october. With about 2.1in over 3 days, the rain will not be a problem throughout your trip.
With a good climate, october is a good month to go in this locality.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 67°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (9%) | ||
| Humidity | 74% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 26% | ||
| Length of day | 12:55 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Bloemfontein in october
In october, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 74°F). The climate is quite enjoyable there in the month of october. With 1.8in over 3 days, the rain will not be a problem during your holidays.
With ideal weather conditions, october is an advisable month to go in Bloemfontein in South Africa.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 74°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (8%) | ||
| Humidity | 43% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 13% | ||
| Length of day | 12:46 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Durban in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 68°F (for an average temperature of 72°F). The climate pleasant in this city in october. With 5.1in over 7 days, rainfall can happen throughout your journey. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a good weather, october is an advisable month to go in that area.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 73°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||
| Humidity | 79% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 48% | ||
| Length of day | 12:48 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Johannesburg in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Johannesburg is 76°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 68°F). The climate comfortable in that locality in the month of october. With 3.7in over 5 days, rain may occur for your vacations. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, the month of october is a good month to go in this city in South Africa.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (16%) | ||
| Humidity | 52% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 16% | ||
| Length of day | 12:41 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Kimberley in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Kimberley is 76°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 67°F). The climate quite good here in this month. With about 1in over 1 days, rainfall is infrequent during your holidays.
With ideal weather conditions, october is a recommended time to go in Kimberley in South Africa.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 36% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 13% | ||
| Length of day | 12:46 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
All cities in South Africa in october
| Cape Town in october | perfect weather |
| Bloemfontein in october | perfect weather |
| Durban in october | good weather |
| Johannesburg in october | good weather |
| Kimberley in october | perfect weather |
| Nelspruit in october | good weather |
| Parc Kruger in october | perfect weather |
| Port Elizabeth (South Africa) in october | good weather |
| Pretoria in october | good weather |
| Blyde River Canyon in october | perfect weather |
| Coffee Bay in october | good weather |
| East London in october | good weather |
| George in october | good weather |
| Harrismith in october | perfect weather |
| Marakele National Park in october | perfect weather |
| Margate in october | good weather |
| Mmabatho in october | perfect weather |
| Polokwane in october | perfect weather |
| Pilanesberg National Park in october | perfect weather |
| Port Nolloth in october | perfect weather |
| Richards Bay in october | good weather |
Weather data for South Africa in october:
Weather data for South Africa in october is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in South Africa. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in South Africa can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to South Africa.