Lesotho Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lesotho in February.

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Maseru

Planning a journey to Lesotho this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Lesotho in February

February in Lesotho generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation. February falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Maseru.

For a closer look at conditions across Lesotho, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

February is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 133 mm (5.2 in) in Maseru.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Maseru enjoys about 260 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Lesotho in February

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Lesotho

What is the weather like in February for the most popular destinonation in Lesotho?

Maseru

In February Maseru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
260 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Maseru →

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Lesotho weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lesotho in February?

February in Lesotho brings pleasant weather. In Maseru, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Lesotho in February?

Maseru averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does Lesotho get a lot of rain in February?

Lesotho sees substantial rainfall in February. Maseru typically averages about 133 mm (5.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Lesotho?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Lesotho due to the typically pleasant weather in Maseru.

On average, the best time to visit Lesotho is in April, May, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Maseru.

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