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Weather in Pietermaritzburg for September 2026

Your guide to Pietermaritzburg weather in September - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, September 2026 in Pietermaritzburg is cooler than usual, with temperatures averaging 22 °C, this is 3 °C below the typical seasonal average.

  • Expect cooler weather in the next days in Pietermaritzburg with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 21.8 °C, lower than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Pietermaritzburg at the beginning of September is 24.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 23.4 °C by the end of September.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Pietermaritzburg in September is notably wet, with an average of 14 rainy days, and a total of 53.1 mm of precipitation.

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Average dry days
16
Dry days
Average rainy days
14
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
24°/11°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
15 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
68 %
Avg humidity

Pietermaritzburg Weather September

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August
October
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Patchy rain possible
23°
2
Patchy rain possible
26°
3
Sunny
30°
4
Sunny
26°
5
Overcast
27°
6
Patchy rain possible
17°
7
Sunny
24°
8
Sunny
25°
9
Sunny
24°
10
Patchy rain possible
28°
11
Partly cloudy
24°
12
Sunny
28°
13
Sunny
28°
14
Overcast
29°
15
Sunny
23°
16
Smoky haze
26°
17
Light rain shower
13°
18
Overcast
14°
19
Patchy rain possible
13°
20
Patchy rain possible
14°
21
Sunny
23°
22
Overcast
29°
23
Overcast
17°
24
Overcast
19°
25
Partly cloudy
29°
26
Patchy light drizzle
25°
27
Partly cloudy
23°
28
Patchy rain possible
25°
29
Light rain shower
22°
30
Light rain shower
21°

Temperatures trend during September in Pietermaritzburg

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

September weather in Pietermaritzburg day by day

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August October
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Sept. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /10° 0.6 mm 6
2 Sept. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 26° /12° 0.4 mm 6
3 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 30° /13° 0 mm 7
4 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 26° /12° 2 mm 6
5 Sept. Overcast
Overcast
 27° /9° 0.5 mm 6
6 Sept. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /9° 1.5 mm 4
7 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 24° /9° 1 mm 6
8 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 25° /10° 1.3 mm 7
9 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 24° /12° 0.6 mm 6
10 Sept. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 28° /13° 0.1 mm 7
11 Sept. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 24° /10° 1 mm 7
12 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 28° /12° 0 mm 6.6
13 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 28° /14° 0 mm 6.9
14 Sept. Overcast
Overcast
 29° /13° 0 mm 6.1
15 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 23° /12° 4.5 mm 7
16 Sept. Smoky haze
Smoky haze
 26° /13° 0.8 mm 8
17 Sept. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 13° /9° 3.5 mm 4
18 Sept. Overcast
Overcast
 14° /7° 7.3 mm 4
19 Sept. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /7° 1 mm 5
20 Sept. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /8° 0.9 mm 5
21 Sept. Sunny
Sunny
 23° /10° 0 mm 7
22 Sept. Overcast
Overcast
 29° /15° 0.1 mm 7
23 Sept. Overcast
Overcast
 17° /8° 0.9 mm 6
24 Sept. Overcast
Overcast
 19° /7° 0 mm 6
25 Sept. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 29° /12° 1.2 mm 8
26 Sept. Patchy light drizzle
Patchy light drizzle
 25° /10° 0.3 mm 7
27 Sept. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /9° 2.6 mm 7
28 Sept. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 25° /11° 3.2 mm 7
29 Sept. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 22° /10° 4.3 mm 6
30 Sept. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 21° /9° 4.5 mm 6
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Pietermaritzburg in September is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Pietermaritzburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Pietermaritzburg in September - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Pietermaritzburg during September?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 24° and cooler nights around 11°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Pietermaritzburg during September?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Pietermaritzburg during September, with a total of 53.1 mm spread over approximately 14 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Pietermaritzburg during September?
The average wind speed in Pietermaritzburg during September is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

September rainfall patterns in Pietermaritzburg

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Pietermaritzburgs September weather 💧
Typically, Pietermaritzburg has 14 rainy days in September with a total of 53.1 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Pietermaritzburg during September

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of September ☀️

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