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Pietermaritzburg weather today
Tuesday, 27th October 2026
20°
Moderate rain
Low 14°
Mild temperatures are expected in Pietermaritzburg Today, peaking at around 20 °C and dropping to 14 °C by night. It'll be quite breezy in Pietermaritzburg Today with average wind speeds of 19.8 km/h. Heavy showers are forecasted, reaching up to 14.43 mm.
20° / 14°
Temp
94%
Rain
20 km/h
Wind
95%
Humidity
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Pietermaritzburg hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 17.6° | 16.3° | 17.2° | 17.2° | 17.4° | 17° | Sunrise | 17.8° | 17.9° | 18.6° | 18.1° | 19.1° | 20.3° | 20° | 18.1° | 16.9° | 15.8° | 16° | 15.8° | 14.8° | Sunset | 14.7° | 14.4° | 13.8° | 13.8° | 13.9° | |
| wind speed | 2 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 10 km/h | 3 km/h | 4 km/h | 13 km/h | 15 km/h | 20 km/h | 18 km/h | 16 km/h | 5 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 9 km/h | 14 km/h | 11 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 354° | 164° | 192° | 155° | 169° | 208° | 175° | 182° | 196° | 209° | 172° | 162° | 185° | 191° | 162° | 173° | 166° | 171° | 176° | 175° | 165° | 168° | 175° | 171° | |||
| wind direction | N | SSE | SSW | SSE | S | SSW | S | S | SSW | SSW | S | SSE | S | SSW | SSE | S | SSE | S | S | S | SSE | S | S | S | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.8 mm | 0.4 mm | 0 mm | 1.4 mm | 0.5 mm | 3.6 mm | 2.7 mm | 0.4 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.1 mm | 0.8 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 42% | 43% | 47% | 45% | 53% | 47% | 49% | 53% | 72% | 60% | 31% | 71% | 57% | 88% | 86% | 59% | 80% | 78% | 74% | 69% | 47% | 50% | 47% | 43% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 97% | 99% | 98% | 99% | 98% | 99% | 97% | 96% | 93% | 94% | 88% | 84% | 85% | 94% | 95% | 97% | 97% | 97% | 98% | 98% | 97% | 96% | 95% | 96% | |||
| dew point | 17.2° | 16.1° | 17° | 17° | 17.2° | 16.8° | 17.4° | 17.3° | 17.6° | 17.1° | 17.1° | 17.5° | 17.4° | 17.2° | 16.1° | 15.3° | 15.5° | 15.4° | 14.5° | 14.4° | 13.9° | 13.1° | 13.1° | 13.3° | |||
| visibility | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 10 km | 10 km | 6 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 6 km | 7 km | 10 km | 6 km | 9 km | 9 km | 2 km | 10 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 94% | 98% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 97% | 100% | 100% | 98% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 1.1 | 2.1 | 3.7 | 4.8 | 3.6 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Pietermaritzburg today
The weather in Pietermaritzburg today is expected to be much cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 20 °C, compared to an average of 25.3 °C for 27th of October in recent years.
temperatures
20 °C
rain
14.4 mm
wind
20 km/h
UV
Moderate
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Pietermaritzburg daylight overview
Today in Pietermaritzburg, the sun rises at 05:08 and sets at 18:16, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 8 minutes.
Daytime
Day length13h 8m▲ 1m 39s
Solar noon11:42
Evening golden hour17:43 – 18:16
Night
Waning GibbousIllumination 97%
Moonrise19:48
Moonset06:12 tomorrow
Pietermaritzburg: Sun reaches 73.1° above the horizon at midday.
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The weather today in Pietermaritzburg - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Pietermaritzburg?
The maximum temperature for today in Pietermaritzburg is expected to be 20° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Pietermaritzburg?
Yes, there is a 94% chance of rain in Pietermaritzburg today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Pietermaritzburg?
The wind in Pietermaritzburg is expected to blow at 20 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Pietermaritzburg today?
Given the forecast of 20 °C with a 94% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Pietermaritzburg today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Pietermaritzburg today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:08 and set at 18:16 in Pietermaritzburg.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Pietermaritzburg today?
Pietermaritzburg weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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