Durban weather in September (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

How is September weather typically in Durban? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

For September, the weather in Durban is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 24°C, while night temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Precipitation

Durban in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 173 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, September is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While November tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Durban climate page with graphs.

 

Durban, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 32%  

Precipitation 68 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 77%  

Sunshine 173 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in South Africa in September

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Durban, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Durban.

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