Johannesburg · April
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 71°F, dipping to 50°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
71° / 50°F
Humidity
64%
Rain days
11/mo
Wind
10 mph
What April feels like in Johannesburg
Sunrise
06:24
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:52
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Johannesburg in April
The kit for April in Johannesburg: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
-4° avg high
-5 rain days
Johannesburg in March →
April
71°F avg high
11 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
+3° avg high
+7 rain days
Johannesburg in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Johannesburg in April?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Johannesburg in April?+
Average high 71°F, average low 50°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Johannesburg?+
Compared to March (avg high 75°F), April is cooler. Compared to May (avg high 67°F), April is warmer.
Does it rain often in Johannesburg in April?+
Expect about 11 measurable rain days in April, on average.