Best Time to Visit Mthatha
Best time: Sep, May, Aug, Apr.
Jan is warmest (26.6°C high); Feb is rainiest (104 mm).
Mthatha weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.6 | 15.7 | 99 | 9.8 |
| Feb | 26.6 | 16 | 104 | 9.1 |
| Mar | 25.7 | 15 | 103 | 8 |
| Apr | 24.2 | 12.2 | 54 | 6.6 |
| May | 22.3 | 8.7 | 24 | 5.3 |
| Jun | 20.3 | 5.4 | 15 | 4.8 |
| Jul | 20.2 | 5.2 | 16 | 5.2 |
| Aug | 21.5 | 7 | 21 | 6.5 |
| Sep | 22.8 | 9.4 | 43 | 7.7 |
| Oct | 23.2 | 11.3 | 74 | 8.4 |
| Nov | 24.4 | 13 | 90 | 9.4 |
| Dec | 25.7 | 14.6 | 104 | 9.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepMayAugApr
Beaches: AugMaySepApr
Hiking: AugJulJunMay
Sightseeing: AugMaySepJun
Mthatha quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mthatha?
Sep, May, Aug, Apr.
What is the rainiest month?
Feb, about 104 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 26.6°C.
Where to stay
See Mthatha hotels · Book Mthatha tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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