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

Planning a trip to Pietermaritzburg in February? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Pietermaritzburg generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 17°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Pietermaritzburg in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 137 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The city usually sees around 179 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Pietermaritzburg. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pietermaritzburg, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 137 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 179 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Durban, South Africa (67 KM, 41 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in February

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in February 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 February?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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