Johannesburg
Johannesburg is a CITY in Gauteng, South Africa.
Johannesburg, affectionately known as Joburg or Jozi, is the vibrant economic heart of South Africa. This bustling metropolis offers a rich blend of history, culture, and modernity. Visitors can explore the Apartheid Museum for a deep dive into South Africa's past, or visit Soweto, the iconic township that played a pivotal role in the struggle against apartheid. The city is also a gateway to wildlife adventures, with the Lion Park and Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve nearby. For art lovers, the Maboneng Precinct is a hub of creativity, featuring galleries, street art, and trendy cafes. Johannesburg's diverse culinary scene ranges from traditional braai (barbecue) to gourmet dining. The city's energy is infectious, making it a must-visit for travelers seeking an authentic South African experience.
Best time to visit Johannesburg
The best time to visit is during the dry winter months (May to September) when temperatures are mild, and wildlife viewing is optimal. Spring (September to November) offers pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
October
NowRight now
- Condition
- Clear
- Temperature
- 15°
- Feels like
- 13°
- Humidity
- 50%
- Wind
- 5 km/h
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
Typical for October
- Weather
- Warm 18-28°C, some rain
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- Moderate
Spring, occasional thunderstorms
Weather from Open-Meteo
Know before you go
Getting there
O.R. Tambo International Airport
International
22 km away
Lanseria International Airport
Domestic/Charter
35 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
30 Mbps
Mobile data
Excellent
WiFi
Widely available in hotels, malls, and cafes
Local SIM
Local SIM available at airport from $5 (Vodacom, MTN)
Calling code
27
Stay safe
Overall
6/10Crime exists but tourist areas are relatively safe with vigilance.
Night safety
4/10Crime exists but tourist areas are relatively safe with vigilance.
Transport
7/10Scam risk
5/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
More facts
Population
5.8 million
Area
1,645 km²
Government
Metropolitan Municipality
ISO code
JNB
Type
City
Neighborhoods in Johannesburg
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Јоханесбург, Jóhannesarborg, Јоханезбург, יאהאנעסבורג, J·ohanesbôrg, Johanesburgas, იოჰანესბურგი, Hoanipāka, जोहान्सबर्ग, 约翰内斯堡/約翰内斯堡, جۆھانسبێرگ, ಜೊಹಣೆಸ್ಬೆರ್ಗ್, Johannesburga, Yohannésburg, ጆሃንስበርግ, ヨハネスブルグ, Յոհաննեսբուրգ, Johannesburg, جوهانسبرغ, Johannesbuerg, ஜோகானஸ்பேர்க், EGoli, जोहन्नेस्बर्ग, Йоганнесбурґ, Йоханнесбург, Óola Haagééd, Johannesbourg, ജൊഹാനസ്ബർഗ്, جوهانسبيرج, Yowanɛsɩbuuri, Xohanesburgo, โจฮันเนสเบิร์ก, Johanesburgo, Joni, iGoli, Yohannesburg, ᱡᱚᱦᱟᱱᱥᱵᱟᱨᱜᱽ, یوہانس برگ, Йогьаннесбург, Іаганесбург, ဂျိုဟန္နက်စဗတ်မြို့, 요하네스버그, ژوهانسبورگ, Joburg;Jozi;JHB, ਜੋਹਾਨਿਸਬਰਗ, Ճոհանեսպուրկ, 約翰内斯堡, Ioannesburgum, Johannesburgo, Yohannesburq, Йоҳаннесбург, Johannesburgu, ژوهانسبورق, جوہانسبرگ, Йоханесбург, Johanɛsiburugu, Jehannesburch, 𐌹𐍉𐌷𐌰𐌽𐌽𐌹𐍃𐌱𐌰𐌿𐍂𐌲𐍃, Yoxannesburg, জোহানেসবার্গ, جوهانسبرگ, Яганэсбург, Johaanisbergge, Γιοχάνεσμπουργκ, Joanesburgo, 约翰内斯堡, יוהנסבורג




