Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Durban get?

Durban gets 878 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 114 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 95% of South Africa.

December is the wettest month, with 109 mm. August is the driest, with 24 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

Durban weather by month

Durban weather in January

In January, Durban averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 106 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The January record high is 41°C (1997) and the record low is 11°C (1996).

Durban weather in February

In February, Durban averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 102 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The February record high is 40°C (2023) and the record low is 10°C (1996).

Durban weather in March

In March, Durban averages a high of 29°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The March record high is 37°C (2018) and the record low is 13°C (2002).

Durban weather in April

In April, Durban averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The April record high is 38°C (1999) and the record low is 9°C (1981).

Durban weather in May

In May, Durban averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2007) and the record low is 1°C (2005). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Durban weather in June

In June, Durban averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (1994) and the record low is 0°C (2004). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Durban weather in July

In July, Durban averages a high of 24°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 80% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (1983) and the record low is 4°C (1996). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Durban weather in August

In August, Durban averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1992) and the record low is 3°C (2003). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Durban weather in September

In September, Durban averages a high of 25°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The September record high is 41°C (2010) and the record low is 4°C (1988). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Durban weather in October

In October, Durban averages a high of 25°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The October record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is 8°C (2000). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Durban weather in November

In November, Durban averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The November record high is 35°C (2023) and the record low is 11°C (2002). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Durban weather in December

In December, Durban averages a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The December record high is 36°C (2002) and the record low is 8°C (1997).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Durban

July is the sunniest month in Durban, with sunshine about 80% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 30%. Over the year the sun shines about 53% of daylight hours. Durban is cloudier than 87% of South Africa.

Humidity peaks in December at 82% and is lowest in July at 66%.

Durban has about 11 days a year above 32°C. Durban is cooler than 71% of South Africa.

Durban weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Durban station is 41°C, on September 14, 2010. The coldest is 0°C, on June 21, 1996.

The wettest day on record brought 178 mm of rain, on April 15, 1998.

21 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Durban

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to November, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.

Winter (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 11°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 17°C.

Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 17°C.

Durban climate questions

How much rain does Durban get?

Durban gets 878 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 114 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Durban?

December is the wettest month in Durban, with 109 mm. August is the driest, with 24 mm.

How many rainy days does Durban have a year?

Durban has about 114 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Durban?

February is the warmest month in Durban, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Durban?

July is the coldest month in Durban, with an average low of 11°C.

What is the record high temperature in Durban?

The record high at the Durban station is 41°C, set on September 14, 2010. The record low is 0°C, on June 21, 1996.

What is the sunniest month in Durban?

July is the sunniest month in Durban, with sunshine about 80% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Durban?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to November, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.