Which is the hottest month in Pietermaritzburg?

The hottest time of year in Pietermaritzburg is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 27°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Pietermaritzburg?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Pietermaritzburg with 138mm on average. There are normally 18 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Pietermaritzburg?

The sunniest time of year in Pietermaritzburg is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 76% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Pietermaritzburg

Q: When is the best time to visit Pietermaritzburg?

The best time to visit Pietermaritzburg is August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Pietermaritzburg?

The best time to visit Pietermaritzburg is August based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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23
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The weather guide for South Africa (Pietermaritzburg) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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