Maseru, Maseru District Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Maseru get?

Maseru gets 475 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 71 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 52% of South Africa.

December is the wettest month, with 82 mm. July is the driest, with 3 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 11.

Maseru weather by month

Maseru weather in January

In January, Maseru averages a high of 29°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The January record high is 39°C (2016) and the record low is 4°C (2001).

Maseru weather in February

In February, Maseru averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The February record high is 38°C (2007) and the record low is 6°C (2024).

Maseru weather in March

In March, Maseru averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The March record high is 34°C (1999) and the record low is 0°C (1999).

Maseru weather in April

In April, Maseru averages a high of 23°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (2016) and the record low is -3°C (2008). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Maseru weather in May

In May, Maseru averages a high of 21°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 81% of daylight hours. The May record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -9°C (2007). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Maseru weather in June

In June, Maseru averages a high of 18°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The June record high is 25°C (2020) and the record low is -9°C (2020). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Maseru weather in July

In July, Maseru averages a high of 18°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 88% of daylight hours. The July record high is 31°C (2006) and the record low is -11°C (2014). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Maseru weather in August

In August, Maseru averages a high of 21°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 85% of daylight hours. The August record high is 29°C (2012) and the record low is -11°C (2003). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Maseru weather in September

In September, Maseru averages a high of 25°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2008) and the record low is -7°C (2013). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Maseru weather in October

In October, Maseru averages a high of 27°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is -3°C (2019).

Maseru weather in November

In November, Maseru averages a high of 28°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The November record high is 35°C (2018) and the record low is 1°C (2018).

Maseru weather in December

In December, Maseru averages a high of 29°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The December record high is 37°C (2015) and the record low is 4°C (2006).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Maseru

July is the sunniest month in Maseru, with sunshine about 88% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 51%. Over the year the sun shines about 69% of daylight hours. Maseru is sunnier than 61% of South Africa.

Humidity peaks in January at 67% and is lowest in September at 39%.

Maseru has about 12 days a year above 32°C. Maseru is cooler than 69% of South Africa.

First and last freeze in Maseru

The first fall freeze in Maseru typically comes around May 8, and the last spring freeze around September 23. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 227 days.

Maseru weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Maseru station is 39°C, on January 6, 2016. The coldest is -11°C, on August 21, 2003.

The wettest day on record brought 93 mm of rain, on January 14, 1974.

28 all-time records have been set at the station since 1972.

The best time to visit Maseru

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near -1°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 13°C.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 7°C.

Maseru climate questions

How much rain does Maseru get?

Maseru gets 475 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 71 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Maseru?

December is the wettest month in Maseru, with 82 mm. July is the driest, with 3 mm.

How many rainy days does Maseru have a year?

Maseru has about 71 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Maseru?

January is the warmest month in Maseru, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Maseru?

July is the coldest month in Maseru, with an average low of -2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Maseru?

The record high at the Maseru station is 39°C, set on January 6, 2016. The record low is -11°C, on August 21, 2003.

What is the sunniest month in Maseru?

July is the sunniest month in Maseru, with sunshine about 88% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Maseru?

The first fall freeze in Maseru typically comes around May 8. The last spring freeze is around September 23.

What is the best time to visit Maseru?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.