Mbabane weather
At 10:00 PM local time it was clear and 17°C (63°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 PM (5.4 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Sep. Mbabane sits 1195 m (3,921 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Mbabane, Hhohho Region, Eswatini.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 3%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 PM (5.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–SepOff season Nov–Feb
About Mbabane weather
Is it raining in Mbabane right now?
No. It’s clear and 17° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 PM (5.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Mbabane this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 20–32° and lows of 12–18°. Rain is likely on 4 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Mbabane lately?
In the past 7 days, Mbabane had 3 rainy days and 9.9 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Mbabane?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Mbabane weather by month
When is the best time to visit Mbabane?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Mbabane is May–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Nov–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 22°C (72°F) in July to 30°C (86°F) in December.
What is the rainiest month in Mbabane?
January is the wettest month, with about 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain on average. June is the driest, with about 10 mm (0.4 in).
What is the hottest month in Mbabane?
December is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 7°C (44°F).
Does Mbabane have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is January at about 137 mm (5.4 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months