Pietermaritzburg Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The temperature in Pietermaritzburg remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in February to a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 17°C (63°F) in February to 7°C (45°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Pietermaritzburg has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1024 mm (40 in) of rainfall annually. The seasons in Pietermaritzburg bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives high rainfall, with an average of 148 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 25 mm (1 in) over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Pietermaritzburg Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Pietermaritzburg enjoys sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 7.8 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Pietermaritzburg.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 80%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year