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In South Africa, each region has its own ideal travel time. If you're planning a road trip in South Africa, it's smart to keep this in mind.<\/p>\n

The West Coast & Cape Town<\/strong>
\nThe attractions in Cape Town are at their best between October and April. During these months, there\u2019s little rain, and temperatures in this area are pleasantly between 20-28\u00b0C. December and January are peak season, which means: crowds and higher prices.<\/p>\n

Addo & the East Coast<\/strong>
\nThe region around Addo Elephant Park is 5-8 degrees warmer than Cape Town. In the summer (December-February), temperatures can reach up to 35\u00b0C, with a chance of tropical showers. The best travel time for this region is from April to November, when the temperatures are more pleasant (23-30\u00b0C) and it\u2019s drier. Animals are also more active and easier to spot during this time.<\/p>\n

Kruger & the North<\/strong>
\nThe famous Kruger Park is best visited between May and September. This is the dry season, which causes animals to gather near water sources. Daytime temperatures are comfortable (around 25\u00b0C), but it can get quite chilly at night. Avoid the period from December to February, as it\u2019s not only very hot (35\u00b0C+), but also very humid.<\/p>\n

The Karoo & the Interior<\/strong>
\nThe central plateau experiences extreme temperature differences. In the summer, it can reach over 35\u00b0C during the day, while in winter, it can freeze at night. Spring (September-November) offers the most pleasant temperatures and transforms the otherwise dry Karoo into a colorful sea of flowers.<\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Temperature along the Garden Route<\/h2> \t\t

Not only the climate, but also the temperature in South Africa varies greatly by region. During your road trip with South Africa Nomads<\/a>, you'll drive through different climate zones. In Cape Town, there's a Mediterranean climate, perfect for the world-famous vineyards and a refreshing dip in the ocean. As you head east along the Garden Route, the climate becomes increasingly subtropical. At Addo Elephant National Park, where you can drive among the elephants, it\u2019s already much warmer and more humid than in Cape Town. The temperature in Addo can sometimes be up to 10 degrees higher than in Cape Town.<\/p>\n

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      The South African spring and autumn are the ideal seasons to explore the country. During these times, temperatures range between 20\u00b0C and 30\u00b0C. The weather is perfect, and it's wonderfully quiet since the major tourist flows haven\u2019t yet begun. Whether you're whale watching in Hermanus or going on safari in Addo Elephant National Park \u2013 everything feels just a bit more relaxed during these periods.<\/p><\/div>\n\t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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