Potchefstroom in April

8.2out of 10

Yes, a good time to go

Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C. Some rain: about 7 rainy days.

25°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
7Rainy days (39 mm)
11:22 hDaylight
06:31Sunrise · 17:53 Sunset

Why this score

  • Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C
  • Some rain: about 7 rainy days

What to wear and pack

  • T-shirts and light layers
  • A light jacket for cooler evenings

How reliable is the forecast?

Rain in April varies a lot between years (±3.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.

Year at a glance

29° 17° J 28° 17° F 27° 15° M 25° 11° A 22° 6° M 20° 3° J 20° 3° J 23° 6° A 27° 10° S 28° 13° O 29° 15° N 29° 16° D Rainy days

Weather by month

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfall Rainy daysHumiditySunshine Score
January 29°C17°C109 mm 15– – 7.0
February 28°C17°C92 mm 13– – 7.4
March 27°C15°C76 mm 11– – 7.6
April 25°C11°C39 mm 7– – 8.2
May 22°C6°C19 mm 3– – 8.7
June 20°C3°C9 mm 2– – 8.5
July 20°C3°C4 mm 1– – 8.6
August 23°C6°C11 mm 2– – 8.9
September 27°C10°C16 mm 3– – 8.7
October 28°C13°C65 mm 10– – 7.8
November 29°C15°C81 mm 12– – 7.4
December 29°C16°C112 mm 16– – 6.8

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Potchefstroom in April?

Daytime highs average 25°C and nights about 11°C.

When is the best time to visit Potchefstroom?

The best months are August, May, September, July.