Mthatha weather
At 9:00 PM local time it was cloudy and 21°C (71°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM (5.9 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Sep. Mthatha sits 683 m (2,241 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 Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 80%
- Chance of rain
- 13%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM (5.9 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–SepOff season Oct–Mar
About Mthatha weather
Is it raining in Mthatha right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 21° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM, 6 PM, 7 PM (5.9 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Mthatha this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 19–35° and lows of 14–17°. Rain is likely on 4 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Mthatha lately?
In the past 7 days, Mthatha had 2 rainy days and 41.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Mthatha?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Mthatha weather by month
When is the best time to visit Mthatha?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Mthatha is May–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Oct–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 18°C (65°F) in June to 27°C (81°F) in January.
What is the rainiest month in Mthatha?
January is the wettest month, with about 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain on average. June is the driest, with about 22 mm (0.9 in).
What is the hottest month in Mthatha?
January is the warmest, with average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 14°C (58°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 18°C (65°F) and lows of 5°C (40°F).
Does Mthatha have a rainy season?
Yes. Jan is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while May–Aug is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months