Day
26 °C
Night
11 °C
Precipitation
35 mm
in month
Rainy days
6 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
8 hours
average
Humidity
64 %
The week of 10 March 2025 - 16 March 2025 had an average daily temperature of 26 °C (79 °F) and a minimum (nighttime) temperature of 17 °C (63 °F). The current temperatures are slightly below the long-term average for Pretoria, with the daily and nighttime temperatures being 28 °C (82 °F) and 15 °C (59 °F), respectively. In the beginning, Monday and Saturday were hottest days of the week. The end of the week saw Sunday being the coldest day of the week. The average temperatures during different times of day (local time) were following: 7am 18 °C (64 °F), 10am 23 °C (73 °F), 1pm 25 °C (77 °F), 4pm 25 °C (77 °F), 7pm 21 °C (70 °F), 10pm 19 °C (66 °F).
There were 1 day without rain and 6 days with light rain during this week. During the whole week, total of 7 mm (0.28 in) of precipitation was observed, which is below the long term average for Pretoria, which is 19 mm (0.75 in). The daytime hours (from dawn to dusk) had an average cloud coverage of 61 %.
Average speed of wind was 3.2 m/s. The prevailing winds blew from the East and North-East. The air pressure was 1008 hpa - 1022 hpa. The air in Pretoria had an average humidity of 65 %.
During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there were in average: 2.5 hours clear skies, 3.5 hours partially overcast skies, 6 hours overcast skies and 1 hour rainy weather. Average time of sunrise was 06:07, average time of sunset was 18:25.
Pretoria, located in South Africa, enjoys a predominantly tropical weather pattern. The day time temperature spans from a mild 21 °C (70 °F) in the coolness of June to the warmth of 29 °C (85 °F) in January's peak. This region experiences quantitatively the least rainfall in July, averaging just 1 day of precipitation, whereas December is characterized by the highest frequency of rainy days at 15 days. The nocturnal temperatures range from a chilly 3 °C (38 °F) in July to a more comfortable 17 °C (62 °F) come January.
January in Pretoria experiences peak day temperatures averaging 29 °C (85 °F) and the nights are also at their warmest with an average of 17 °C (62 °F). This month marks the wet season. A slight reduction in rainy days and sunshine duration is noticeable, the latter measuring 8 hours.
In February, the onset of the decline in rainfall is evident in Pretoria with an average of 95 mm (3.75 in), and like the previous month, the count of rainy days also decreases, registering 12 days. The month sees the highest humidity levels at 65 %.
The temperatures during the day begin to drop in March to an average of 28 °C (83 °F) in Pretoria, and the night time temperatures decrease similarly, averaging 15 °C (59 °F). The number of rainy days sees a declining trend, now at 10 days. A reduction in rainfall volume is also observed, as well as the shortest duration of sun hours for the month.
With the arrival of April, the descent in rainfall continues in Pretoria along with a gradual reduction in the night-time and daytime temperatures, averaging 11 °C (52 °F) and 26 °C (80 °F) respectively.
In May, representing the onset of the tourist season, rainfall and temperatures continue to drop in Pretoria. The average day temperature stands at 24 °C (75 °F), and night temperatures also follow a downward trend, averaging 7 °C (44 °F). The city observes its lowest wind speeds during this month.
The tourist season is in full swing in June with the lowest day temperatures of the year in Pretoria averaging 21 °C (70 °F), and a continual descent in night temperatures, now at 3 °C (38 °F). Rainfall remains low along with a decrease in the count of rainy days.
The pleasant tourist season continues through July with extremely low rainfall amounts and a minimal count of rainy days. The night temperature reaches its lowest average for the year in this month while the number of sun hours begins to increase.
August experiences the onset of rising day temperatures, and the night temperatures also begin to warm up. Pretoria reaches its maximum sun hours during this month as we progress away from the dry season.
As the days get warmer in September, reaching an average of 28 °C (82 °F), and the nights follow suit, Pretoria sees a gradual rise in rainy days. The city also marks the tail end of the tourism season, and its minimal humidity level can be observed, sitting at 46 %.
The temperature continues to climb in October, with the night also experiencing an upward trajectory in Pretoria. The rainfall volume increases, marking a clear upward trend in wet weather. The number of sunshine hours starts to dwindle while the wind speed reaches its maximum point.
November sees a continuation in the rise of the number of rainy days, and the rainfall volume also escalates, indicating the approaching wet season. A minor decrease in the number of sunny hours is also observable.
The onset of the wet season is unmistakable in Pretoria by December, with the highest number of rainy days per month and the greatest volume of rainfall. Concurrently, the night temperature continues to climb, while the length of daylight reaches its zenith for the year.
Pretoria sees about 14 days of rain in January.
February in Pretoria brings a rainfall total of about 95 mm (3.75 in).
There's a noticeable decrease in the number of rainy days in March, averaging around 10 days.
April sees the night temperatures in Pretoria averaging around 11 °C (52 °F).
May, marking the tourist season in Pretoria, is characterized by dry conditions and only 2 days of rain.
During the peak tourist season in June, Pretoria sees average daytime temperatures of about 21 °C (70 °F).
In July, you'll find the lowest night temperatures of the year in Pretoria, with an average of 3 °C (38 °F) and barely any rainfall, just 1 day of precipitation.
Indeed, Pretoria experiences rising temperatures in August, hinting at the end of the cooler season.
September in Pretoria brings warmer temperatures and the lowest humidity levels of the year, averaging 46 %.
October in Pretoria invites warmer weather with increasing night temperatures, alongside a noticeable rise in rainfall and intensifying winds.
November's approach to the wet season is illustrated by a rise in rainy days, reaching about 12 days and an increase in rainfall amounts.
In December, the wet season prevails in Pretoria with a frequent rain count of 15 days.