In general, South Africa is known to have excellent, temperate weather for most of the year. While the small swings in temperature may not pose much of a problem for travelers, rain can impact plans.

The western coast, including Cape Town, sees a rainier season during South Africa's winter, from June to August. Luckily, these showers aren't too bad, so you can still have a very successful trip during this time.

The rest of the country, on the other hand, has a rainy season from November to March. Because many game reserves are located in these regions, you may want to plan safari trips outside of this rainy season to maximize your chances of seeing wildlife.

A trip to South Africa can be successful during almost any time of the year because of its consistent weather. Find out what month would fit your travel needs the best and just go for it!