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September is an excellent month in Maputsoe

Climate Overview

Maputsoe, Lesotho in September has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22.5°C (73°F). Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the beginning of Spring.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout September, with daily highs around 22°C (72°F).

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

The warmest days tend to fall around the 10th, averaging 23.3°C (74°F).

Compared to August, this month is about 4°C warmer with 2 more rainy days.

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Monthly September Averages

Temperature
23°C / 6°C
Feels Like
20°C / 3°C
Rain
5 days · 39 mm
Sunshine
10.7h / day
Humidity
46% — Comfortable
Wind
16 km/h
Wind Direction
N (9°)
Gusts
39 km/h
Daylight
11.9 h
Cloud Cover
26%
Clear Sky Days
15.3
UV Index
7.2 — Very High
Dew Point
3°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 11%
Frost Days
1 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:08
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 18:02

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

Recent yearly records for September have stayed close to the 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

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

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

Packing List

Warm evening layerSunscreen (SPF 30+)SunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

September is typically excellent for visiting Maputsoe, with average highs of 23°C (73°F) and around 5 rainy days. Maputsoe, Lesotho in September has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22.5°C (73°F). Temperatures drop noticeably bet
Maputsoe typically sees around 5 rainy days in September with 39 mm (1.5 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Maputsoe during September are cool at around 6°C (43°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) in September, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, September offers some of the best weather conditions in Maputsoe with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Maputsoe during September is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Maputsoe gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in September, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Maputsoe during September based on 10-year climate averages.

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