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Today weather in Pietermaritzburg
Thursday, 29th January 2026
27°
Patchy rain possible
Pietermaritzburg will have a warm day Today with temperatures ascending to 27 °C and descending to around 14 °C after sunset. Gentle breezes are expected across Pietermaritzburg Today, with speeds reaching around 14 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 91%, but with light accumulations around 1.16 mm. Given the warmth, it might feel a bit stifling.
27° / 15°
Temp
91%
Rain
14 km/h
Wind
87%
Humidity
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Pietermaritzburg hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 15.3° | 15.1° | 15° | 14.9° | 15° | 14.9° | Sunrise | 16° | 19.8° | 20.4° | 20.7° | 21.7° | 24° | 25.9° | 27.1° | 27.3° | 26° | 23.8° | 22° | 21.5° | Sunset | 20.6° | 20.5° | 20° | 19.8° | 19.6° | |
| feels like | 15.3° | 15.1° | 15.3° | 15.2° | 15° | 15.4° | 16° | 19.8° | 20.4° | 20.7° | 21.7° | 25.8° | 27.5° | 28.6° | 29° | 27.8° | 25.7° | 24.6° | 21.5° | 20.6° | 20.5° | 20° | 19.8° | 19.6° | |||
| wind speed | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 0 km/h | 2 km/h | 3 km/h | 4 km/h | 8 km/h | 12 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 6 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 1 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 231° | 226° | 249° | 258° | 263° | 257° | 266° | 258° | 357° | 57° | 43° | 85° | 95° | 97° | 102° | 109° | 121° | 123° | 138° | 103° | 61° | 126° | 151° | 68° | |||
| wind direction | SW | SW | WSW | WSW | W | WSW | W | WSW | N | ENE | NE | E | E | E | ESE | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | ESE | ENE | SE | SSE | ENE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 86% | 69% | 71% | 65% | 61% | 87% | 63% | 87% | 62% | 70% | 80% | 72% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 74% | 76% | |||
| 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 | 93% | 93% | 92% | 92% | 92% | 92% | 91% | 88% | 87% | 88% | 85% | 76% | 67% | 63% | 63% | 70% | 82% | 92% | 94% | 98% | 98% | 98% | 99% | 99% | |||
| dew point | 14.2° | 13.9° | 13.8° | 13.6° | 13.7° | 13.7° | 14.6° | 17.7° | 18.2° | 18.7° | 19.1° | 19.5° | 19.3° | 19.3° | 19.7° | 20° | 20.4° | 20.7° | 20.6° | 20.3° | 20.2° | 19.8° | 19.6° | 19.4° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 0 km | 10 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | |||
| cloud cover | 23% | 20% | 20% | 19% | 82% | 57% | 79% | 100% | 96% | 79% | 69% | 77% | 81% | 74% | 94% | 73% | 83% | 74% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 1.6 | 3.2 | 6.1 | 9.5 | 9.8 | 8.3 | 4 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Pietermaritzburg today
The weather in Pietermaritzburg today is expected to be slightly cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 27 °C, compared to an average of 30 °C for 29th of January in recent years.
temperatures
27 °C
rain
1.2 mm
wind
14 km/h
UV
Low
Pietermaritzburg daylight overview ☀️
Today in Pietermaritzburg, The sun rises at 05:25 and sets at 18:58, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 33 minutes.
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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 27° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Pietermaritzburg? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 91% 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 14 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Pietermaritzburg today?
Given the forecast of 27 °C with a 91% 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 05:25 and set at 18:58 in Pietermaritzburg.
How accurate is the weather forecast 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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