Pietermaritzburg weather in April (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

Curious about the April weather in Pietermaritzburg? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Pietermaritzburg, April is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 25°C. But by evening, they drop to around 13°C.

Pietermaritzburg in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 206 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Pietermaritzburg, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 206 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Durban, South Africa (67 KM, 41 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in April

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

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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 Pietermaritzburg in April?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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