South AfricaWhat’s the climate like in Durban?
The current climate in Durban features temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C to a low of 23°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 26°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 10°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Durban in recent years was 40°C in February 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 14°C in July 2016.
On average, Durban receives 855 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the weather in other parts of South Africa? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Cape Town, Krugerpark, Johannesburg, or explore other destinations in South Africa.
Best time to visit Durban?
The best time to visit Durban for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Durban.
Climate Table of Durban
The climate table of Durban shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 28 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 27 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 21 | 21 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 20 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 72 | 85 | 101 | 104 | 74 | 13 | 49 | 19 | 52 | 83 | 88 | 115 |
| UV Index | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Weather experiences in Durban
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Average Temperature per Month in Durban
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Durban, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Durban
This graph shows how much rainfall Durban, South Africa, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Durban
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Durban, South Africa. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Durban
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Durban, South Africa. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Durban
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Durban, South Africa, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Durban
The weather in Durban is rated an average of 4,7 out of 5 stars by 12 visitors. Have you been to Durban? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The temperature was warm but not oppressive, ideal for beach vacations and sightseeing. Lots of sunshine, but a rainy day or two.— This text is automatically translated to English
Ideal for sun, sea and beach. It was wonderful to swim in the sea water. A real 5-star sun place!— This text is automatically translated to English
Almost non-stop blue skies, warm days and cool nights. Ideal for visiting the beach and exploring the city. An absolute 5-star experience!— This text is automatically translated to English
Ideal for a sunny vacation. The heat is intense. So make sure you have plenty of sunscreen with you.— This text is automatically translated to English
It could have rained for days, but it was still very pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
Constant sun and heat, ideal for relaxing on the beach. The sea was lovely, you could swim there for several days. Ideal time for a sunny vacation!— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures were pleasant, ideal for sightseeing and beach visits, although occasional showers could be expected.— This text is automatically translated to English
Occasional refreshing showers, but mostly sunny. A true paradise!— This text is automatically translated to English
Dry, sunny and pleasant, temperatures around 20 degrees. However, a light jacket is recommended for the evening.— This text is automatically translated to English
Sun, sea and beach made the vacation perfect. Durban is definitely a 5-star destination for a vacation in the sun.— This text is automatically translated to English
An absolute sunshine destination!— This text is automatically translated to English
Winter in Durban is similar to summer in many other places, making it the perfect escape from the cold in my home country.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Durban by month
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