Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Ladysmith get?

Ladysmith gets 576 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 98 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 85% of South Africa.

February is the wettest month, with 107 mm. June is the driest, with 4 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 14.

Ladysmith weather by month

Ladysmith weather in January

In January, Ladysmith averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 98 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The January record high is 37°C (2016) and the record low is 6°C (2001). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in February

In February, Ladysmith averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The February record high is 34°C (1999) and the record low is 7°C (2002).

Ladysmith weather in March

In March, Ladysmith averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is -1°C (2007). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in April

In April, Ladysmith averages a high of 22°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (2014). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in May

In May, Ladysmith averages a high of 21°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2023) and the record low is -8°C (2007). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in June

In June, Ladysmith averages a high of 18°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 85% of daylight hours. The June record high is 27°C (2010) and the record low is -8°C (1998). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in July

In July, Ladysmith averages a high of 18°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 87% of daylight hours. The July record high is 29°C (2006) and the record low is -9°C (2014). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in August

In August, Ladysmith averages a high of 21°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The August record high is 31°C (2021) and the record low is -9°C (2003). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in September

In September, Ladysmith averages a high of 24°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (2007) and the record low is -6°C (2013). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in October

In October, Ladysmith averages a high of 25°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1998) and the record low is -1°C (2024). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in November

In November, Ladysmith averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The November record high is 38°C (2004) and the record low is 1°C (2017). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ladysmith weather in December

In December, Ladysmith averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The December record high is 36°C (2015) and the record low is 5°C (1998). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Ladysmith

July is the sunniest month in Ladysmith, with sunshine about 87% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 33%. Over the year the sun shines about 58% of daylight hours. Ladysmith is cloudier than 69% of South Africa.

Humidity peaks in February at 70% and is lowest in August at 39%.

Ladysmith has about 8 days a year above 32°C. Ladysmith is cooler than 82% of South Africa.

First and last freeze in Ladysmith

The first fall freeze in Ladysmith typically comes around May 18, and the last spring freeze around August 29. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 262 days.

Ladysmith weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Ladysmith station is 38°C, on November 19, 2004. The coldest is -9°C, on August 21, 2003.

The wettest day on record brought 158 mm of rain, on January 29, 1975.

29 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit Ladysmith

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January and March to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 13°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 8°C.

Ladysmith climate questions

How much rain does Ladysmith get?

Ladysmith gets 576 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 98 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Ladysmith?

February is the wettest month in Ladysmith, with 107 mm. June is the driest, with 4 mm.

How many rainy days does Ladysmith have a year?

Ladysmith has about 98 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Ladysmith?

January is the warmest month in Ladysmith, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Ladysmith?

July is the coldest month in Ladysmith, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Ladysmith?

The record high at the Ladysmith station is 38°C, set on November 19, 2004. The record low is -9°C, on August 21, 2003.

What is the sunniest month in Ladysmith?

July is the sunniest month in Ladysmith, with sunshine about 87% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Ladysmith?

The first fall freeze in Ladysmith typically comes around May 18. The last spring freeze is around August 29.

What is the best time to visit Ladysmith?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January and March to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.