KwaZulu-Natal Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
KwaZulu-Natal year round climate
Spring (September–November): Average 19.3–21.7°C, pleasant and mild climate with gradually increasing rainfall. Common activities: Hiking, visiting nature reserves. Recommended clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, light jackets.
Summer (December–February): Average 21.5–23.2°C, hot and humid with higher rainfall. Common activities: Beach activities, water sports. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, swimwear.
Autumn (March–May): Average 18.0–22.4°C, comfortable climate with gradually decreasing rainfall. Common activities: Wildlife viewing, cultural experiences. Recommended clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, light jackets.
Winter (June–August): Average 15.2–16.4°C, cool and dry with the least rainfall. Common activities: Stargazing, wine estate tours. Recommended clothing: Warm clothing, jackets.
KwaZulu-Natal climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 19.7°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 810 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: December
KwaZulu-Natal monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
22.8°C
125.2
February
23.2°C
115.8
March
22.4°C
67.8
April
19.6°C
82.9
May
18°C
32.6
June
15.2°C
16
July
15.7°C
6.8
August
16.4°C
4.7
September
19.3°C
19.9
October
20.1°C
85.8
November
21.7°C
94
December
21.5°C
158.8
KwaZulu-Natal weather for the next seven days
12/20
Saturday
Moderate rain
27.2°C/14°C
12/21
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
21.7°C/14.8°C
12/22
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
22.4°C/13.1°C
12/23
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
26°C/14.4°C
12/24
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
19.9°C/15°C
12/25
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
22.1°C/14.5°C
12/26
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
15.2°C/13.5°C
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