KwaZulu-Natal weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Like most weather services, we show KwaZulu-Natal at one spot: Durban, its largest city. At 11:45 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 22°C (72°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 PM, 10 PM (5.7 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Aug.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 60%
- Chance of rain
- 20%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 PM, 10 PM (5.7 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–AugOff season Oct–Jan
About Durban weather
Is it raining in Durban right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 22° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 9 PM, 10 PM (5.7 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Durban this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 23–29° and lows of 19–22°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Durban lately?
In the past 7 days, Durban had 2 rainy days and 36.7 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Durban?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
KwaZulu-Natal weather by month
When is the best time to visit KwaZulu-Natal?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit KwaZulu-Natal is May–Aug, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Oct–Jan tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 21°C (70°F) in August to 26°C (78°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in KwaZulu-Natal?
November is the wettest month, with about 122 mm (4.8 in) of rain on average. June is the driest, with about 27 mm (1.1 in).
What is the hottest month in KwaZulu-Natal?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 26°C (78°F) and lows of 24°C (76°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F).
Does KwaZulu-Natal have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is November at about 122 mm (4.8 in).
How warm is the sea in KwaZulu-Natal?
The sea is warmest in February at about 25°C (77°F) and coolest in September at about 21°C (70°F). It is comfortable for swimming (22°C or more) in Nov–Jul.
KwaZulu-Natal weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Durban), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in KwaZulu-Natal
Weather can differ a lot within KwaZulu-Natal: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durban | May–Aug | None | 21–26°C | 888 mm |
| Pietermaritzburg | May–Aug | Nov–Jan | 20–27°C | 1,169 mm |
| Newcastle | May–Sep | None | 19–29°C | 747 mm |
| Richards Bay | May–Aug | None | 23–28°C | 681 mm |
| KwaDukuza | May–Aug | None | 22–27°C | 698 mm |
| Vryheid | May–Sep | None | 19–29°C | 766 mm |
| Pinetown | May–Aug | Oct–Feb | 20–26°C | 1,409 mm |
| Ladysmith | May–Sep | None | 20–30°C | 793 mm |
| Mpumalanga | May–Aug | Oct–Feb | 20–26°C | 1,409 mm |
| Ntuzuma | May–Aug | None | 22–27°C | 698 mm |
| Dundee | May–Sep | None | 19–29°C | 747 mm |
| Tongaat | May–Aug | None | 22–27°C | 698 mm |
Cities and towns in KwaZulu-Natal
- Durban
- Pietermaritzburg
- Newcastle
- Richards Bay
- KwaDukuza
- Vryheid
- Pinetown
- Ladysmith
- Mpumalanga
- Ntuzuma
- Dundee
- Tongaat
- Kokstad
- Mondlo
- Port Shepstone
- eSikhaleni
- Mandeni
- Folweni
- Margate
- Wembesi
- Mtubatuba
- Empangeni
- Howick
- Richmond
- Ulundi
- Mpophomeni
- Ballitoville
- Shakaskraal
- Estcourt
- Scottburgh
- Greytown
- Mooi River
- Glencoe
- eMkhomazi
- Ncotshane
- eMuziwezinto
- Eshowe
- Ga-Malakhe
- Frischgewaagd