District in Durban, South Africa
Umhlanga weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Umhlanga
May–Sep is dry, sunny and mild (about 22–25°C). Dec–Mar is hot, humid and stormy; Dec–Jan is busiest. The sea is warm year-round.
Umhlanga weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°92 mm
- Feb28°73 mm
- Mar27°71 mm
- Apr26°51 mm
- May24°26 mm
- Jun23°19 mm
- Jul22°29 mm
- Aug23°28 mm
- Sep24°50 mm
- Oct24°77 mm
- Nov25°93 mm
- Dec26°89 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 22°C72°F | 92 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 28°C82°F | 22°C72°F | 73 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| March | 27°C81°F | 22°C71°F | 71 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C78°F | 20°C67°F | 51 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C76°F | 18°C64°F | 26 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C73°F | 15°C60°F | 19 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C72°F | 15°C59°F | 29 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| August | 23°C73°F | 15°C60°F | 28 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C75°F | 17°C62°F | 50 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C76°F | 18°C64°F | 77 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 25°C77°F | 19°C67°F | 93 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| December | 26°C80°F | 21°C69°F | 89 mm | 79% | 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 Umhlanga?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry, sunny and mild (about 22–25°C). Dec–Mar is hot, humid and stormy; Dec–Jan is busiest. The sea is warm year-round.
When is the rainy season in Umhlanga?
Rain peaks in November with about 93 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Umhlanga?
February, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Umhlanga get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 15°C (59°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.