Potchefstroom weather
At 9:00 PM local time it was mostly clear and 24°C (76°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 PM (2.2 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Sep. Potchefstroom sits 1330 m (4,364 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 26%
- Chance of rain
- 1%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 PM (2.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–SepOff season Dec–Feb
About Potchefstroom weather
Is it raining in Potchefstroom right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 PM (2.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Potchefstroom this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–33° and lows of 17–18°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Potchefstroom lately?
In the past 7 days, Potchefstroom had 1 rainy day and 1.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Potchefstroom?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Potchefstroom weather by month
When is the best time to visit Potchefstroom?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Potchefstroom is May–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 18°C (64°F) in July to 30°C (87°F) in January.
What is the rainiest month in Potchefstroom?
December is the wettest month, with about 102 mm (4.0 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Potchefstroom?
January is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (87°F) and lows of 17°C (62°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 2°C (35°F).
Does Potchefstroom have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is December at about 102 mm (4.0 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months