Which is the hottest month in Pietermaritzburg?

The hottest time of year in Pietermaritzburg is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 25°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Pietermaritzburg?

In terms of rainfall, June is usually the wettest month in Pietermaritzburg with 189mm on average. There are normally 13 days in June with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Pietermaritzburg?

The sunniest time of year in Pietermaritzburg is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 77% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Pietermaritzburg?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Pietermaritzburg in February when the water temperature reaches 20°C.

Best time to visit Pietermaritzburg

The best times to visit Pietermaritzburg, South Africa are in June, July and August based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.

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When is the best time to visit Pietermaritzburg?

The best times to visit Pietermaritzburg, South Africa are in June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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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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