Best Time to Dive in South Africa
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Monthly diving conditions in South Africa
Best time: Jan–Apr
J★22°
F★23°
M★23°
A★22°
M21°
J20°
J20°
A19°
S20°
O20°
N21°
D22°
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| Month | Temp (°C) | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JanuaryPeak | 22°C | Good |
| FebruaryPeak | 23°C | Good |
| MarchPeak | 23°C | Good |
| AprilPeak | 22°C | Good |
| May | 21°C | Fair |
| June | 20°C | Fair |
| July | 20°C | Fair |
| August | 19°C | Poor |
| September | 20°C | Fair |
| October | 20°C | Fair |
| November | 21°C | Fair |
| December | 22°C | Fair |
Shoulder season
May, December, June offer good diving conditions with fewer crowds and often lower prices.