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Addo Elephant National Park

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Addo Elephant National Park

South Africa
Best timeOct–Apr
Set inSouth Africa
In season~82°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

48–86°F
CurrencyZAR
LanguageZulu
TimezoneUTC+02:00
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Map showing the location of Addo Elephant National Park
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Aug. Go in May for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 72%
WarmestJan · 86°F
WettestFeb
Best windowOct–Apr
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Malaria-free, easy to reach from Port Elizabeth, and over 600 elephants. The best first safari with kids.

Best time to visit

Aim for Oct–Apr, the 7 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Jeffreys Bay
63 mi away
Garden Route
143 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Addo Elephant National Park?

The best time to visit Addo Elephant National Park is October–April, in South Africa.

Where is Addo Elephant National Park?

Addo Elephant National Park is in South Africa.

What is Addo Elephant National Park known for?

Malaria-free, easy to reach from Port Elizabeth, and over 600 elephants. The best first safari with kids.

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