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When to go · Graaff-Reinet

Graaff-Reinet in January

Avoid month. Listed as a month to avoid: Dec–Feb (Karoo heat, 35 °C+), Jun–Jul (cold nights below freezing).

Key facts

Verdict
Avoid
Temperature
32°C / 15°C
average high / low
Rain days
5
Crowds
High
South Africa overall
Prices
High
South Africa overall

Verdict

AvoidBest and avoid months for Graaff-Reinet

Listed as a month to avoid: Dec–Feb (Karoo heat, 35 °C+), Jun–Jul (cold nights below freezing).

Weather in January

Long-term averages
  • Graaff-ReinetHighs around 32 °C, lows around 15 °C, rain on about 5 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · South Africa overall
High
Prices · South Africa overall
High

South Africa overall: Cape at its best: hot, dry, windy. School holidays until mid-January; Kruger is hot and green.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

What to pack

  • Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen

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