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February is an excellent month in Maputsoe

Climate Overview

Maputsoe, Lesotho in February has warm conditions, with highs averaging 24.7°C (76°F). Rain falls on about 15 days this month, totalling around 143 mm. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Summer.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout February, with daily highs around 25°C (77°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the last third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 26°C (79°F).

Compared to January, this month is about 1°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly February Averages

Temperature
25°C / 13°C
Feels Like
26°C / 13°C
Rain
15 days · 143 mm
Sunshine
10.8h / day
Humidity
71% — Humid
Wind
12 km/h
Wind Direction
N (3°)
Gusts
32 km/h
Daylight
13.1 h
Cloud Cover
45%
Clear Sky Days
6.4
UV Index
8.9 — Very High
Dew Point
14°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 62%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:51
Daylight 13.1h
Sunset 18:57

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 25°C (76°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 14°C
Feels Like
27°C / 14°C
Rain
17days (154 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
9.8 Very High
February best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 13°C
Feels Like
26°C / 13°C
Rain
15days (143 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
8.9 Very High
March best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 11°C
Rain
13days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
8.1 Very High
April
Good
Temp
20°C / 8°C
Feels Like
19°C / 6°C
Rain
11days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
May
Fair
Temp
18°C / 3°C
Feels Like
15°C / 1°C
Rain
4days (27 mm) Good
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
5.2 High
June
Fair
Temp
15°C / 0°C
Feels Like
12°C / -4°C
Rain
2days (15 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
4.5 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
July
Fair
Temp
15°C / -1°C
Feels Like
11°C / -5°C
Rain
3days (12 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
55% Moderate
UV
4.9 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
August
Good
Temp
18°C / 2°C
Feels Like
15°C / -2°C
Rain
3days (20 mm) Excellent
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 6°C
Feels Like
20°C / 3°C
Rain
5days (39 mm) Good
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
46% Moderate
UV
7.2 Very High
October best
Good
Temp
24°C / 9°C
Feels Like
23°C / 7°C
Rain
8days (80 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
51% Moderate
UV
8.5 Very High
November
Good
Temp
25°C / 11°C
Feels Like
24°C / 10°C
Rain
14days (152 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
9.3 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
25°C / 13°C
Feels Like
26°C / 12°C
Rain
19days (169 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
9.5 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 26°C / 14°C 27°C / 14°C 17days (154 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 67% Muggy 9.8 Very High Excellent View Details
February best 25°C / 13°C 26°C / 13°C 15days (143 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 71% Muggy 8.9 Very High Excellent View Details
March best 24°C / 11°C 24°C / 11°C 13days (101 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 69% Muggy 8.1 Very High Excellent View Details
April 20°C / 8°C 19°C / 6°C 11days (117 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 72% Muggy 6.2 High Good View Details
May 18°C / 3°C 15°C / 1°C 4days (27 mm) Good 9.5h Good 65% Muggy 5.2 High Fair View Details
June 15°C / 0°C 12°C / -4°C 2days (15 mm) Excellent 9.2h Good 61% Muggy 4.5 Moderate Fair View Details
July 15°C / -1°C 11°C / -5°C 3days (12 mm) Excellent 9.4h Good 55% Moderate 4.9 Moderate Fair View Details
August 18°C / 2°C 15°C / -2°C 3days (20 mm) Excellent 10h Excellent 49% Moderate 6 High Good View Details
September best 23°C / 6°C 20°C / 3°C 5days (39 mm) Good 10.7h Excellent 46% Moderate 7.2 Very High Excellent View Details
October best 24°C / 9°C 23°C / 7°C 8days (80 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 51% Moderate 8.5 Very High Good View Details
November 25°C / 11°C 24°C / 10°C 14days (152 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 60% Moderate 9.3 Very High Good View Details
December 25°C / 13°C 26°C / 12°C 19days (169 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 65% Muggy 9.5 Very High Wet View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoesBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

February is typically excellent for visiting Maputsoe, with average highs of 25°C (76°F) and around 15 rainy days. Maputsoe, Lesotho in February has warm conditions, with highs averaging 24.7°C (76°F). Rain falls on about 15 days this
Maputsoe typically sees around 15 rainy days in February with 143 mm (5.6 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Evenings in Maputsoe during February are mild at 13°C (56°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 25°C (76°F) and lows of 13°C (56°F) in February, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, February offers some of the best weather conditions in Maputsoe with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Maputsoe during February is 9 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Maputsoe gets approximately 13 hours of daylight per day in February, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Maputsoe during February based on 10-year climate averages.

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