CLIMATE AND GEOGRAPHY

Another important aspect of Geography of South Africa is the variable climatic condition of the country. The Karoo plateau and the Kalahari Desert temperature are exceptionally dry and very hot in the summers and chilling in winters. The climate on the eastern part of the country is tropical whereas the south western part has a Mediterranean climate. The most notable feature of this region is the wind that blows throughout the year. 

Geographical and climatic diversity of the country has also affected the vegetation of the country. There are more than 20,000 species of plants surviving all over South Africa.