South AfricaThe climate of Pietermaritzburg
The current climate in Pietermaritzburg features temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C to a low of 24°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 27°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 7°C and in the warmer months around 18°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Pietermaritzburg in recent years was 42°C in December 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 10°C in July 2023.
Rainfall amount
On average, Pietermaritzburg receives 810 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
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Best time to visit Pietermaritzburg?
The best time to visit Pietermaritzburg for sunny weather is January, March through October and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Pietermaritzburg. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Pietermaritzburg
The climate table of Pietermaritzburg 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.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 18 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 17 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 101 | 178 | 76 | 88 | 20 | 9,2 | 13 | 13 | 25 | 45 | 124 | 117 |
| UV Index | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Pietermaritzburg
Yearly Temperature in Pietermaritzburg
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Pietermaritzburg
Total Yearly Precipitation in Pietermaritzburg
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Pietermaritzburg
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Average weather in Pietermaritzburg by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Pietermaritzburg. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.