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Best Time for Addo, Makhanda & the Sunshine Coast

Last updated: 2026-09-22

Preferred months for this journey: September, October, November, March, April. Check the seasonal notes before choosing your dates.

Eastern Cape winter is often dry and mild inland, while the coast can be windy; carry a warm layer and check current conditions.
Spring is a comfortable driving season. Thinner bush can improve visibility at Addo, but wildlife remains unpredictable.
South African school holidays make the coast busy; reserve accommodation and confirm Addo access well ahead.

Month	Low	High	Rain	Daylight
January	18.4°C	26.9°C	77 mm	14.0 h
February	18.6°C	27.3°C	64 mm	13.2 h
March	17.4°C	26.2°C	70 mm	12.2 h
April	15.3°C	23.9°C	56 mm	11.2 h
May	13.4°C	22.2°C	28 mm	10.3 h
June	11.1°C	20.0°C	24 mm	9.8 h
July	10.6°C	19.7°C	32 mm	10.0 h
August	11.1°C	20.2°C	47 mm	10.8 h
September	12.3°C	21.5°C	41 mm	11.8 h
October	13.9°C	22.8°C	63 mm	12.9 h
November	15.2°C	24.0°C	72 mm	13.8 h
December	17.1°C	25.6°C	63 mm	14.2 h