Umtata weather in February (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

How is the weather in Umtata in February? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In February, Umtata typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Umtata in February usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Umtata. 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 Umtata climate page with graphs.

 

Umtata, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 144 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 79% *  

* Data from: Port Saint Johnʼs, South Africa (71 KM, 44 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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?

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.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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