Best Time to Visit Durban
Best time: Jun, Jul, Aug, May.
Feb is warmest (28.2°C high); Jan is rainiest (136 mm).
Durban weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.8 | 20.6 | 136 | 9.3 |
| Feb | 28.2 | 20.7 | 125 | 9 |
| Mar | 27.4 | 19.6 | 123 | 8.1 |
| Apr | 26.3 | 17.3 | 68 | 6.7 |
| May | 24.7 | 14.1 | 56 | 5.6 |
| Jun | 23.2 | 11.3 | 24 | 5.1 |
| Jul | 22.8 | 11.2 | 46 | 5.4 |
| Aug | 23 | 12.8 | 55 | 6.3 |
| Sep | 23.5 | 15.1 | 72 | 7.2 |
| Oct | 24.1 | 16.3 | 100 | 8.2 |
| Nov | 25.3 | 18 | 106 | 8.9 |
| Dec | 26.9 | 19.7 | 113 | 9.6 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunJulAugMay
Beaches: JunAprMayAug
Hiking: JunJulAugMay
Sightseeing: JunJulAugMay
Durban quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Durban?
Jun, Jul, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 136 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Feb, with average highs of 28.2°C.
Where to stay
See Durban hotels · Book Durban tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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