City in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Durban
May–Sep is dry, sunny and mild (about 22–25°C). Dec–Mar is hot, humid and stormy; Dec–Jan is busiest. Sea is warm year-round.
Durban weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan25°107 mm
- Feb26°84 mm
- Mar26°90 mm
- Apr24°65 mm
- May23°40 mm
- Jun22°27 mm
- Jul21°42 mm
- Aug21°36 mm
- Sep22°64 mm
- Oct22°100 mm
- Nov23°122 mm
- Dec24°110 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C78°F | 24°C75°F | 107 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| February | 26°C78°F | 24°C76°F | 84 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| March | 26°C78°F | 24°C75°F | 90 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C76°F | 22°C72°F | 65 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C74°F | 21°C70°F | 40 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C72°F | 20°C67°F | 27 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| July | 21°C70°F | 19°C66°F | 42 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C70°F | 19°C66°F | 36 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C71°F | 19°C67°F | 64 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C71°F | 20°C68°F | 100 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| November | 23°C73°F | 21°C70°F | 122 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C76°F | 22°C72°F | 110 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
Best months across South Africa
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | Nov–Mar | Feb (22°C) |
| Johannesburg | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jan (27°C) |
| Kruger National Park | May–Sep | Dec (32°C) |
| Durban | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
| Stellenbosch | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (28°C) |
| Pretoria | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Hermanus | Aug–Nov | Feb (26°C) |
| Knysna | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Plettenberg Bay | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Port Elizabeth | Nov–Mar | Feb (25°C) |
| Franschhoek | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (30°C) |
| Umhlanga | May–Sep | Feb (28°C) |
| Jeffreys Bay | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Durban?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry, sunny and mild (about 22–25°C). Dec–Mar is hot, humid and stormy; Dec–Jan is busiest. Sea is warm year-round.
When is the rainy season in Durban?
Rain peaks in November with about 122 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Durban?
February, with average highs of 26°C (78°F).
How cold does Durban get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 19°C (66°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.