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

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Traveling to Kimberley, South Africa? If you're planning to go to Kimberley, we 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 Kimberley, South Africa

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

Important essentials for Kimberley, South Africa

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 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


  • 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).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • 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 Kimberley, South Africa by month

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January

January in Kimberley is consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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February

February in this region is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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March

If you visit Kimberley during March, you will probably see that it is hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.

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April

April in Kimberley is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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May

May in Kimberley is balmy and very dry. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 30% to 40% range on average.

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June

If you vacation in Kimberley during June, you might notice that it can be chilly and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.

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July

Traveling to Kimberley in July, you will notice that it is crisp and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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August

August here is balmy and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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September

If you go to Kimberley in September, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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October

If you are traveling to Kimberley in October, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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November

If you go to Kimberley in November, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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December

If you vacation in Kimberley during December, you will probably find that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.

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