Durban, South Africa experiences average highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 10 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Durban, South Africa Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Durban, South Africa. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Sep 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.6/10
Best: April, May, June, July, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 24°C / 18°C
Feels Like 25°C / 19°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 81 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 78%
Wind Speed 21 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
27°C
February
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 12 days
Coldest Month
14°C
July
Avg High 22°C
Rain 5 days
Driest Month
4 days
June
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 15°C
Windiest Month
24 km/h
October (Gusts 45)
Sea Temperature
21°C – 25°C
Warmest water: January (
25°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:49
Daylight 10.2h
Sunset 17:03
Live conditions —
Durban on the map · live conditions
Durban, South Africa
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- South Africa
- City
- Durban
- Population
- 3.3M
- Coordinates
- -29.86°, 31.03°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 11 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 9 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 5 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 27°C / 22°C . Feb: 27°C / 22°C . Mar: 27°C / 22°C . Apr: 25°C / 20°C . May: 24°C / 17°C . Jun: 22°C / 15°C . Jul: 22°C / 14°C . Aug: 22°C / 15°C . Sep: 23°C / 16°C . Oct: 23°C / 17°C . Nov: 24°C / 19°C . Dec: 26°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 92 mm. Feb: 120 mm. Mar: 83 mm. Apr: 135 mm. May: 83 mm. Jun: 23 mm. Jul: 28 mm. Aug: 33 mm. Sep: 74 mm. Oct: 97 mm. Nov: 87 mm. Dec: 116 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 79%. Feb: 80%. Mar: 81%. Apr: 80%. May: 79%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 72%. Aug: 74%. Sep: 77%. Oct: 78%. Nov: 79%. Dec: 80%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 22 km/h . Feb: 22 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 21 km/h . May: 18 km/h . Jun: 18 km/h . Jul: 19 km/h . Aug: 22 km/h . Sep: 23 km/h . Oct: 24 km/h . Nov: 23 km/h . Dec: 23 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 8h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 25°C . Feb: 25°C . Mar: 25°C . Apr: 24°C . May: 24°C . Jun: 22°C . Jul: 22°C . Aug: 21°C . Sep: 21°C . Oct: 22°C . Nov: 23°C . Dec: 24°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 5. Jun: UV 4. Jul: UV 4. Aug: UV 5. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 23 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 27°C | Feb · 27°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 14°C | Jul · 14°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 182 mm | Apr · 135 mm |
| Windiest month | Oct 2025 · 23 km/h | Oct · 24 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August
Excellent September
Excellent October
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 22°C | 30°C / 24°C | 11days (92 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 79% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 27°C / 22°C | 30°C / 25°C | 12days (120 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 80% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 27°C / 22°C | 30°C / 24°C | 11days (83 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 81% Humid | 6.7 High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 25°C / 20°C | 26°C / 21°C | 10days (135 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 80% Humid | 5.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 24°C / 17°C | 24°C / 17°C | 6days (83 mm) Good | 8.9h Good | 79% Humid | 4.5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 22°C / 15°C | 22°C / 14°C | 4days (23 mm) Good | 8.9h Good | 74% Muggy | 3.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 22°C / 14°C | 21°C / 13°C | 5days (28 mm) Good | 9h Good | 72% Muggy | 4.1 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| August | 22°C / 15°C | 21°C / 14°C | 7days (33 mm) Good | 8.9h Good | 74% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| September | 23°C / 16°C | 23°C / 16°C | 9days (74 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 77% Humid | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 23°C / 17°C | 24°C / 17°C | 12days (97 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 78% Humid | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 24°C / 19°C | 26°C / 19°C | 12days (87 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 79% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 26°C / 21°C | 28°C / 22°C | 15days (116 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 80% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Durban are April, May, June, July, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Durban, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Durban is February, with average daytime highs of 27°C (81°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Durban is July, with average overnight lows of 14°C (57°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Durban is April, averaging 135mm of precipitation across 10 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Durban runs through December, February, October, November, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Durban.
Durban receives approximately 109 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Durban.
The least favorable months to visit Durban are January, February, March, December, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider April, May, June, July, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Durban is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Durban is 78%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November, December average 24°C (75°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Durban are 21 km/h (13 mph). The windiest month is October with peak winds reaching 24 km/h (15 mph) (gusts up to 45 km/h / 28 mph).
Durban averages 8 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 48%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Durban is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Durban has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Durban ranges from 19°C (66°F) to 25°C (77°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Durban. It earns a climate score of 8.9/10 with Excellent.
For June in Durban, pack Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 22°C (72°F) and 4 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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