Maseru Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Maseru’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Lesotho.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The weather in Maseru experiences significant differences between warm and cold seasons, with big shifts in temperature. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a warm 28°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a mild 17°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around -1°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Maseru by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. January, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 285 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 12 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 2 days. It records 255 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Lesotho Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Lesotho. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Maseru Temperatures Compared World Wide
Maseru’s average annual maximum temperature is 23°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Maseru, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 32% humidity, which is considered low. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 17°C. In the warmest month, January, the humidity is 37% combined with an average maximum temperature of 28°C, which creates a low-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Maseru’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Maseru climate page.
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