When to go to Africa?

Recognising the size of the African continent you should of course realise that it spans many climatic zones and varies enormously depending what region you are in. The equator runs through the north of Kenya, through Uganda and on onto the West.

Southern Africa
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April through to August is the most pleasant time with warm sunny days and chilly clear nights. The Northern regions of Southern Africa are best avoided from November to March due to rain and heat.

Eastern Africa
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If you are visiting to see game then the dry season is when you want to be there, July to September is the dry season and best chance of seeing the wildebeest and zebra migration. Locals seem to be indicating that weather patterns are changing and that the dry is not really starting until August and continuing to October.

Northern Africa
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Egypt, best time to visit is winter -October to March. Even in winter the temperatures can hit the 80’s (30 C) so definitely avoid summer – May to August. Morocco peak season is summer - July & August, travelling June or September would be better to avoid crowds.

Western Africa
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