When is the best time to go to Potchefstroom?

When is the best time to go to Potchefstroom? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Potchefstroom are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December
  • On average, the warmest months are January, February, March, September, October, November and December
  • Potchefstroom has dry periods in June, July and August
  • The coldest months are June and July
  • The rainiest months are January and December


Annual weather in Potchefstroom

For full information about the climate and weather in Potchefstroom a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 72°F/86°F
5.8in
February 68°F/85°F
4.1in
March 67°F/83°F
2.8in
April 61°F/77°F
1.7in
May 56°F/72°F
0.5in
June 47°F/67°F
0.2in
July 47°F/67°F
0.1in
August 52°F/74°F
0.2in
September 63°F/83°F
0.5in
October 68°F/85°F
2.2in
November 70°F/86°F
3.5in
December 72°F/86°F
5in


Weather and climate in Potchefstroom

Potchefstroom enjoys a monsoon-influenced humid subtropical climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Potchefstroom is 79°F (ranging from 67°F in july to 86°F in december). Annual rainfall is 26.5in, with a minimum of 0.1in in july and a maximum of 5.8in in january.
  • Between the months of january and march the climate is beautiful. The temperature rises to 83°F and it rains about 2.8in each month.
  • In april the climate is very good. The record temperature this month is 92°F.
  • Between the months of may and august the climate is beautiful. At lunchtime, it's 72°F in average and it rains about 0.2in each month.
  • In september the climate is very good. It is for example 83°F as maximum temperature in september.
  • From october to december the climate is good. The record temperature this month is 101°F.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Potchefstroom

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Potchefstroom: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Potchefstroom

Find out when Potchefstroom has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Potchefstroom

  • Very low season in Potchefstroom
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: February and June.
  • Low season in Potchefstroom
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: March, April and July.
  • High season in Potchefstroom
    The number of visitors to Potchefstroom is high in: January, May, August and September.
  • Peak season in Potchefstroom
    The largest number of tourists visiting Potchefstroom is during: October, November and December.

Figure: Visitor index for Potchefstroom month by month



Best time for low prices in Potchefstroom

Average prices of hotels in Potchefstroom month by month

Generally, October is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Potchefstroom. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, March is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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