Best Time to Visit Richards Bay
Best time: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Jan is warmest (29.7°C high); Jan is rainiest (137 mm).
Richards Bay weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.7 | 20.4 | 137 | 9.8 |
| Feb | 29.7 | 20.6 | 137 | 9.3 |
| Mar | 29.1 | 19.7 | 123 | 8.2 |
| Apr | 27.4 | 17.6 | 104 | 6.8 |
| May | 25.3 | 14.6 | 110 | 5.8 |
| Jun | 23.6 | 11.9 | 40 | 5.3 |
| Jul | 23.3 | 11.9 | 49 | 5.5 |
| Aug | 24.7 | 13.7 | 56 | 6.5 |
| Sep | 25.2 | 15.6 | 77 | 7.6 |
| Oct | 25.8 | 16.7 | 93 | 8.5 |
| Nov | 27.2 | 18.2 | 109 | 9.3 |
| Dec | 29 | 19.7 | 96 | 10 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunJulAugSep
Beaches: JunAugDecJul
Hiking: JunJulAugSep
Sightseeing: JunJulAugSep
Richards Bay quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Richards Bay?
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 137 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 29.7°C.
Where to stay
See Richards Bay hotels · Book Richards Bay tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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