Johannesburg Weather Forecast
Johannesburg weather: 66°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Johannesburg
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 86° / 65° | 12% | 13 mph | 10 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 65° | 24% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 82° / 55° | 0% | 8 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 57° | 0% | 8 mph | 10 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 61° | 20% | 7 mph | 10 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 86° / 63° | 45% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 10 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 90° / 64° | 63% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 10 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 61° | 45% · 0,4 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 60° | 37% | 9 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 60° | 33% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 10 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 65° | 47% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 64° | 55% · 0,3 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 63° | 59% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 61° | 55% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 10 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 85°F against a October normal of 78°F - 39°F above.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,2 in against a typical 0,4 in).
What this means for Johannesburg
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 86°F is 8.5°F above the 78°F typical for this month.
A 12% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 50°F.
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 - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 34 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, June and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 66°F (19°C) with clear. Humidity is 41% and wind is 3 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 1:28 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 27, 2026 at 1:28 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
