Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park, established in 1926, is a national park of South Africa spanning 19,623 km² across the Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces. Named after Paul Kruger, it is one of the most looked-up sights in South Africa, ranking third among the sights of the country on this site.
Planning a visit
The winter months from May through August are suitable for a visit, as they feature minimal rainfall and average daily highs between 24 °C and 27 °C. In contrast, the summer period from November to March is warmer, with daily highs reaching 32 °C, but also experiences significant rain, with about 11 to 16 days of rainfall each month. At an elevation of 370 m, the park remains warm throughout the year.
The nearest airport is Hendrik Van Eck Airport in Phalaborwa, which is 35 km away. Travelers can also arrive via the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport in Mbombela, located 157 km from the park. The park is situated 384 km from Pretoria. Visitors may combine a trip here with other locations in the Mpumalanga or Limpopo provinces.
Weather by month
The warmest month is January, with an average high of 32 °C. The wettest is December, with about 83 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 32 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
| Average low, °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 21 |
| Rainfall, mm | 76 | 77 | 56 | 25 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 27 | 69 | 83 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 16 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
