South AfricaThe weather in September in Pietermaritzburg
It's warm in September in Pietermaritzburg with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 14°C.
Looking for great weather? September 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 September 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 38°C in 2017, Pietermaritzburg reached the highest temperature in September over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Rainfall amount
In September, there is an average of 25 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in September for Pietermaritzburg
Click on any day in September 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.
September weather comparison
| Pietermaritzburg | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 27°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 11°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 25 mm | 57 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 9 days |
Start of September
The month of September starts in Pietermaritzburg with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid September
By mid-September, daytime temps rise to around 27°C, with nights around 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of September
By the end of September, the average daytime temperature in Pietermaritzburg is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 September 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 September in Pietermaritzburg
Temperature in September in Pietermaritzburg over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in September 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 September in Pietermaritzburg
Total precipitation in September in Pietermaritzburg over the years
Daily UV index in September in Pietermaritzburg
This chart shows the average daily UV index in September 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.