When to go · February
South Africa in February
A solid time to go
Daytime high
28°C
82°F
Overnight low
16°C
61°F
Rainfall
30 mm
dry
Crowd levels
high
busy
Prices
high
peak rates
What to expect in South Africa in February
February brings hot weather to South Africa, with daytime highs around 28°C (82°F) and overnight lows near 16°C (61°F). Skies are typically dry with occasional showers, with about 30 mm of rainfall on average.
February is one of South Africa's busiest months, so book accommodation early and expect queues at the headline sights. Flights and hotels are at peak rates, so use our tracker below to spot any drops. Peak season runs December–January (domestic), June–September (safari), for context.
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