Best Time to Visit Pietermaritzburg
Best time: May, Aug, Sep, Apr.
Jan is warmest (28.2°C high); Jan is rainiest (133 mm).
Pietermaritzburg weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28.2 | 17.3 | 133 | 9.7 |
| Feb | 28.2 | 17.5 | 110 | 9.2 |
| Mar | 27.4 | 16.3 | 101 | 8.2 |
| Apr | 25.6 | 12.9 | 43 | 6.9 |
| May | 23.2 | 8.1 | 20 | 5.8 |
| Jun | 21.1 | 3.8 | 12 | 5.3 |
| Jul | 21.2 | 4.2 | 12 | 5.7 |
| Aug | 22.7 | 6.9 | 25 | 6.6 |
| Sep | 24.4 | 10.7 | 46 | 7.7 |
| Oct | 24.8 | 12.8 | 77 | 8.5 |
| Nov | 26 | 14.6 | 100 | 9.3 |
| Dec | 27.7 | 16.3 | 124 | 9.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayAugSepApr
Beaches: AprMaySepAug
Hiking: JulJunMayAug
Sightseeing: MayAugJulJun
Pietermaritzburg quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Pietermaritzburg?
May, Aug, Sep, Apr.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 133 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 28.2°C.
Where to stay
See Pietermaritzburg hotels · Book Pietermaritzburg tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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