Easter Break 2027
Planning Your Autumn Long Weekend
Holiday Starts
20 March 2027
Holiday Ends
5 April 2027
Total Days
17 days
Easter 2027 falls in late March, closely following Human Rights Day. This creates an extended break when combined with the school holidays, making it ideal for family travel during the pleasant autumn weather.
School Calendar Context
Term 1 ends
19 March 2027
Next term starts
6 April 2027
Public Holidays During This Period
Key Dates
Human Rights Day (21 March) falls on a Sunday, observed Monday 22 March. Good Friday is 26 March, with Family Day on 29 March. Term 1 ends on 19 March.
Expected Weather
Average conditions for March based on 5-year historical data.
Durban
27.4°C
Low 20°C
Bloemfontein
26.7°C
Low 13.9°C
Johannesburg
24.1°C
Low 13°C
Cape Town
23.9°C
Low 16°C
Gqeberha
23.7°C
Low 18.5°C
George
22.6°C
Low 15.6°C
Source: Open-Meteo.com (CC-BY 4.0). Averages from 2020–2024 daily data.
Travel Tips
- Consider extending Human Rights Day weekend into Easter
- March weather is generally warm and dry
- Less crowded than December but still popular
- Book coastal accommodation 4-6 weeks ahead
Things To Do
- Autumn harvest festivals in the Cape Winelands
- Perfect hiking weather before winter
- Easter festivities at family resorts
- Cultural celebrations for Human Rights Day
- Last chance for beach holidays before cooler weather
Budget Tips
Current Fuel Prices (April 2026)
Source: Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE)
- Mid-season rates are more affordable than peak
- Consider carpool with other families
- Many resorts offer Easter packages
- Self-drive is cheaper than flying for nearby destinations