South Africa
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When is the best time to visit South Africa?
Nature enthusiast? Party animal? Wildlife spotter? The right time to travel to South Africa depends on your preferences.
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High Season
The high season in South Africa runs between the months of November and March, with low temperatures between December to January and around Easter. The lodging prices increase considerably, at least 50%. Future visitors begin to reserve in coasts and national parks for spring season.
Shoulder Season
Intermediate seasons consist on two parts during the year, in spring from September to October, where we can observe whales in the coasts and wildlife in general, in addition, between the months of August and September there is an exuberant view of wild flora. The second part lasts from April to May, and is considered the autumnal season, where you can see a good amount of wildlife for its optimal weather conditions.
Low Season
The low season in South Africa lasts from June to August and winter wildlife can be observed, however, there are rainy seasons in the area of Cape Town and the Western Cape. In this season you will find lower prices and it is also a good time to visit arid areas of the country like Karoo.
Your trip to South Africa
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Your travel to South Africa has about 256% the climate impact as your entire yearly budget of CO₂ emissions. This "yearly climate-compatible budget" sets the limit of emissions any person should produce in order to keep global warming to below 2C at about 2 tons of CO2. It includes anything from heating to stay warm and cosy in winter, your daily hot showers, the annoying commute to work, any traveling you do, the production of your yummy food and products you buy – and much more you emit by living your life.
Of your yearly CO₂ Budget
256%
Just like slow food – ever thought about slow travel? Discovering the hidden treasures nearby is a great new adventure. Go by train to get a better feeling of small changes in your surroundings or have a fun road trip with your friends.
If you still feel the need to fly, compensate your emissions.
How is the weather & Climate in South Africa?
Temperatures as cold as your ex's heart or hot like you? See the full range for different cities based on average temperatures per month.
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