South AfricaThe weather in October in Pietermaritzburg
It's warm in October in Pietermaritzburg with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Pietermaritzburg. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2019, Pietermaritzburg reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 45 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in October for Pietermaritzburg
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Pietermaritzburg. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Pietermaritzburg | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 45 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Pietermaritzburg with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 26°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Pietermaritzburg is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Pietermaritzburg
Temperature in October in Pietermaritzburg over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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.
Daily Precipitation in October in Pietermaritzburg
Total precipitation in October in Pietermaritzburg over the years
Daily UV index in October in Pietermaritzburg
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Pietermaritzburg, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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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.