Gariep Dam, South Africa: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Gariep Dam, South Africa? If you're planning to go to Gariep Dam, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Gariep Dam, South Africa

Based on the climate and weather in Gariep Dam, the best time to go is November. See below for details.

Important essentials for Gariep Dam, South Africa

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Gariep Dam, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly product.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Gariep Dam, South Africa by month

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January

If you are traveling to Gariep Dam in January, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (low 20s C).

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February

Traveling to Gariep Dam in February, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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March

If you are traveling to Gariep Dam in March, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 10s C).

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April

Traveling to Gariep Dam in April, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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May

May here dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about a third of the time. It rains once in a while.

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June

June in this region is brisk. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about half of the time.

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July

July in this region can be brisk. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about half of the time.

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August

August for Gariep Dam dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about a third of the time.

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September

September in this region dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost occasionally. It rains sometimes.

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October

If you go to Gariep Dam in October, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain occasionally. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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November

November here is warm. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains sometimes.

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December

December in this region is warm. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains sometimes.

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