Richards Bay weather in April (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

What can you expect from the weather in Richards Bay during April? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In April, Richards Bay generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C.

Richards Bay in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 104 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days of rainfall is expected.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Richards Bay. May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Richards Bay, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 104 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

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 Richards Bay 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. 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 April.

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

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