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

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

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About your travel guide

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 Giyani, South Africa

Based on the climate and weather in Giyani, the best time to go is May. See below for details.

Important essentials for Giyani, South Africa

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear out. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great one.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

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

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January

Traveling to Giyani in January, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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February

February in Giyani can be sweltering. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).

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March

If you go to Giyani in March, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

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April

April in this region is extremely warm and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.

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May

May here is hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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June

June here is warm and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.

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July

July in Giyani is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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August

August is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.

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September

If you are traveling to Giyani in September, you will notice that it is hot and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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October

Traveling to Giyani in October, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

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November

If you visit Giyani during November, you are likely to find that it can be very hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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December

If you visit Giyani during December, you may see that it is constantly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

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