Johannesburg Travel Guide
Johannesburg travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Johannesburg is a city in South Africa. Johannesburg is known for Apartheid Museum and safari gateway. It has a population of about 5.8 million.
Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Johannesburg with mainly clear. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 51°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 41%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Johannesburg is January, February, May, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is Mediterranean. March, June and December tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), about 13 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is 10.6°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Johannesburg today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Johannesburg
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 26°12′14.8″S 28°2′50.3″E (-26.2041, 28.0473)
Weather in Johannesburg right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:54 AM, Oct 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 83° / 61°
Showers · 41% rain · wind 5 mph
🌦️ 75° / 60°
Light drizzle · 24% rain · wind 7 mph
Quick facts about Johannesburg
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 26°12′14.8″S 28°2′50.3″E (-26.2041, 28.0473) |
| Population | 5.800.000 |
| Known for | Apartheid Museum and safari gateway |
| Local time | 3:54 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | January, February, May, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Best time to visit Johannesburg
Go in January, February, May, July, August, September, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, June and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, June and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Johannesburg
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| O. R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | 13 mi | Johannesburg |
Airports in Johannesburg
1 airports mapped in this atlas
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Johannesburg?
Johannesburg is a city in South Africa. Its coordinates are -26.2041, 28.0473. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Johannesburg right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 90% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?
January, February, May, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Johannesburg, which has a Mediterranean climate. March, June and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Johannesburg in?
Johannesburg observes Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+02:00). The local time is 3:54 AM.
How many people live in Johannesburg?
Johannesburg has a population of approximately 5.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to Johannesburg?
The closest airports are O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 13 mi away.
What places are in Johannesburg?
Johannesburg covers 1 places in this atlas, including O. R. Tambo International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 5, 2026 at 3:54 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
